Utility Arborist — Permanent Role, Safe Tree Work & Team

VMS Ltd

Brandon

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 34,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave
On-site parking

Job summary

VMS is currently recruiting experienced Utility Arborists to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term stable work delivering high-quality vegetation management.

Based in the East Midlands, roles involve tree climbing and aerial pruning near power lines, with a strong safety focus and PUWER/Loler compliance. Competitive pay and holiday entitlement offered.

Qualifications

  • UA301 - UA305
  • CS30 - CS41
  • MEWP / IPAF Certificate (Essential for UKPN projects)
  • Chainsaw Use from MEWP
  • Forestry First Aid (+F)
  • Manual Handling & Woodchipper

Responsibilities

  • Tree climbing, aerial pruning, and rigging operations
  • Safe tree felling, dismantling, and vegetation clearance
  • Operate chainsaws, MEWPs, and other tools in line with PUWER & LOLER
  • Adhere to health and safety guidelines and complete POWRA & RAMS
  • Collaborate with site managers, site supervisors, and contractors
  • Identify tree species and assess growth patterns and risks

Skills

Arboriculture safety
Team collaboration
Height work
Tree climbing
Chainsaw operation

Education

UA301 - UA305
CS30 - CS41
Forestry First Aid (+F)
Manual Handling & Woodchipper

Tools

MEWP / IPAF Certificate
Chainsaw Use from MEWP

Job description

VMS is currently recruiting experienced Utility Arborists to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term stable work delivering high-quality vegetation management.

Based in the East Midlands, roles involve tree climbing and aerial pruning near power lines, with a strong safety focus and PUWER/Loler compliance. Competitive pay and holiday entitlement offered.

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