Utility Arborist Climber - Horsham - £50,000 + Benefits

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Horsham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave including bankhol

Annual bonus schemes

Training & development

Company events & team building

Job summary

A leading arboriculture contractor in the South East is hiring a Utility Arborist Climber in Horsham. Join a professional team handling vegetation management around high voltage networks, with opportunities for overtime and weekend work to increase earnings.

Applicants should have climbing experience, NPTC qualifications (CS30/CS31/CS38/CS39) with UA1/UA2 as a bonus. A UK driving licence is preferred and DBS checks may be required. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's climbing experience within arboriculture.
• Hold NPTC qualifications CS30, CS31, CS38 and CS39; UA1/UA2 advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out utility arboriculture and vegetation management work around high voltage power networks.
• Undertake tree climbing, pruning, dismantling and felling operations safely and efficiently.
• Complete commercial, site clearance and domestic arboricultural projects as required.
• Work in accordance with industry, utility and Health & Safety standards.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles and work sites to a high standard.
• Support emergency call-outs, standby duties and out of hours work when required.

Skills

Climbing experience

Health & Safety awareness

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 2

NPTC CS30 CS31 CS38 CS39

UA1/UA2 qualifications (advantageous)

Job description

Utility Arborist Climber

Utility Arborist Climber - Horsham - £50,000 + Benefits

The Job:

We recruiting for Utility Arborist Climbers on behalf of a well-established and growing arboriculture contractor. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced climber to join a professional team delivering vegetation management services across the South East. Working primarily around high voltage power lines, you'll play a key role in maintaining network resilience while also supporting commercial, site clearance and domestic tree work projects. The role offers excellent earning potential, with opportunities for additional income through emergency standby, out of hours and weekend work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out utility arboriculture and vegetation management work around high voltage power networks
• Undertake tree climbing, pruning, dismantling and felling operations safely and efficiently
• Complete commercial, site clearance and domestic arboricultural projects as required
• Work in accordance with industry, utility and Health & Safety standards
• Maintain equipment, vehicles and work sites to a high standard
• Support emergency call-outs, standby duties and out of hours work when required

The Company:

Our client is a respected arboriculture contractor delivering vegetation management services across the South East. With a strong focus on safety, training and professional development, they offer long term career opportunities, modern equipment and a supportive team environment.

The Candidate:

• At least 1 year's climbing experience within arboriculture
• Hold relevant NPTC qualifications including CS30, CS31, CS38 and CS39, with utility qualifications (UA1/UA2) advantageous or willingness to undertake training
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence, with an HGV licence advantageous but not essential
• Reliable, hardworking and willing to participate in standby, out of hours and weekend work
• Able to successfully complete a pre-employment fitness assessment, drug and alcohol screening,and DBS check

The Package

• Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience
• PAYE or self employed opportunities available
• Overtime, standby and call out payments
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Annual performance reviews and bonus schemes
• Employee referral bonus
• Company events and team building activities
• PPE and uniform provided (PAYE)
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (PAYE)
• Immediate start available

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.