Utility Arborist

ENGINEERINGUK; Inverness; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Utility Arborist, where you'll play a vital role in vegetation management for transmission lines. This position offers the chance to work within a skilled team dedicated to maintaining safety and efficiency while contributing to a sustainable future. You'll be involved in tree cutting and management, ensuring compliance with industry regulations. With a strong emphasis on safety and communication, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment that values your skills and commitment. Take this opportunity to make a difference in the energy sector and support your community with reliable service.

Benefits

Sharesave Scheme

34 days of annual leave

Interest-free technology loans

24/7 employee counselling service

Private healthcare discounts

Subsidised gym memberships

Cycle to Work scheme

Interest-free salary advance

Qualifications

• Experience in tree cutting and forestry with relevant certifications.
• Strong safety culture and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage vegetation around transmission lines and substations.
• Work with internal and external teams to ensure high-quality service.

Skills

Tree Cutting

Forestry

Arboriculture

Communication Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

NPTC Certificate for Chainsaw Use

NPTC UA Qualification

Tools

Chainsaw

Job description

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Sector: Utilities, Oil, Gas and Energy
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Base Location: Inverness, Highlands and Ross-shire
Salary: £33,063 - £38,404 Depending upon skills and experience + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

The role

We have exciting opportunities for a Utility Arborist to join our in-house vegetation management team, playing a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our transmission lines and supporting our journey towards a sustainable, Net-Zero future.

You will

1. Be involved in all aspects of vegetation management around our overhead and underground networks as well as substations and other Transmission assets to ensure utility arboriculture work is completed within a geographical area.
2. Work within a highly skilled team responsible for managing trees & vegetation near the transmission network as part of our vegetation management maintenance and resilience programs.
3. Understand the relevant industry legislation and safety guidelines associated with carrying out arboriculture work within the proximity of power lines.
4. Carry out requested works safely, efficiently and effectively to meet delivery targets with your team.
5. Be involved with both internal and external tree cutting teams to ensure work is completed to a high standard.

You have

1. Experience in tree cutting, forestry or arboriculture and relevant NPTC certificate units for the use of chainsaws, and a qualification or certificates including NPTC UA would be a bonus, however not essential.
2. Experience of working with power lines, and tree climbing would be highly advantageous.
3. Enthusiasm and drive with a flexible approach to work and an ability to adapt to changing business and project priorities.
4. High regard for safety, embedding yourself in our safety culture and adhering to guidelines in everything you do is a key priority.
5. Good communication, customer relationship skills and a commitment to providing a high-level service at all times.

Please note: It is an essential requirement for this role that you have a full, current driving licence due to the rural nature of the role and you will have to work away from home occasionally so this is key.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline. SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Andy on [e-mail] /01738 275370 to discuss how we can support you. We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

Our Benefits

• Sharesave Scheme
• 34 days of annual leave
• Option to purchase up to 10 days holiday
• Interest-free technology loans
• 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
• Private healthcare discounts
• Subsidised gym memberships
• 21 weeks full pay maternity leave
• Cycle to Work scheme with generous £2500 limit
• Interest-free salary advance to cover transport season tickets

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