Utility Arborist — Permanent Role, Safe Tree Work & Team

VMS Ltd; Brandon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 34,000; Full time

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.