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Join Our Team as a Tree Surgeon!

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location(s): Weston-Super-Mare to Gloucestershire

At Bromford, we believe that a home is more than just four walls - it's the space around it too. A well-maintained garden, thriving trees, and safe green spaces can transform a house into a home. That's where you come in.

We're looking for a skilled and qualified Tree Surgeon Team Leader to lead a team of two in maintaining and caring for trees, hedgerows, and green spaces across Weston-Super-Mare and Gloucestershire. Your expertise will shape greener, safer, and more welcoming environments, making a visible difference to the lives of our customers and helping them feel proud of where they live.

What you ll be doing as a Tree Surgeon Team Leader

• Caring for trees and hedgerows - Planting, pruning, thinning, and felling trees safely and professionally.
• Making homes feel like home - Enhancing outdoor spaces that residents love.
• Problem-solving in nature - Tackling challenges like storm-damaged or hazardous trees.
• Using and maintaining specialist equipment - Chainsaws, chippers, shredders, and climbing gear.
• Collaborating and leading - Supporting a team of 2 and working together safely.
• Keeping things safe - Conducting site risk assessments and following regulations.

What we re looking for:

• NPTC/Lantra qualifications:
  • CS30 (201/202) - Chainsaw maintenance and cross-cutting
  • CS31 (203) and CS32 (301) - Felling trees
  • CS40 (307) - Pruning
  • NPTC - Chipper Operations

• Confidence in tree care, pruning, and climbing.
• Ability to use, clean, and maintain a range of hand and power tools.
• Extensive knowledge of trees, shrubs, and pruning techniques.
• Comfortable working at height - Confident and competent climbing ability.
• Full UK driving licence.
• A strong communicator and team player - Able to work well with others across teams and services.
• To be able to complete a basic DBS, which will be provided by Bromford.

Please take a moment to review the role requirements and specifications attached at the bottom of this advert before submitting your application.

Why join Bromford?

At Bromford, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, expertise, and the positive impact of outdoor spaces on people's lives. You won't just maintain trees - you'll create safe, thriving green spaces for communities. Every day is different, whether you're planting shrubs or hedges in a garden or responding to an urgent tree removal after a storm.

We invest in our people, offering ongoing training, career development opportunities, and a culture of support and respect. You'll have the chance to lead, grow, and make a tangible difference in the areas we serve, all while working in a role that keeps you active, engaged, and connected to nature.

Benefits Package:

Stocked van (shared use) & fuel card
27 days holiday + bank holidays (buy/sell up to 5 extra days)
Pension schemes - employer contributions up to 10%
£500 flexible benefits allowance (private medical, dental, gym, etc.)
Free virtual GP & 24/7 mental health support
Retail discounts on groceries, tech, and more
£30 monthly drinks card for hot/cold beverages on the job

Every tree you care for helps create a better environment for our communities. So, if you are an experienced Tree Surgeon looking for a role where your skills make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply by 2nd April 2025 - We may close the vacancy early if we receive high applications. For queries, contact Natalie at Natalie.sayer@bromford.co.uk .

Don't miss this opportunity-apply now!