Hybrid Utility Arboriculture Area Manager, Southeast UK

OCS Group limited; United States; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning employer

Digital learning

Discount app for staff

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Utility Arboriculture Manager to lead vegetation clearance across Southeast England. You will oversee supervisors, teams and subcontractors, ensuring safe, efficient delivery and high standards.

The role blends site-based work with home-based elements and requires strong people management. Key duties include planning, budgeting, performance tracking and client relationship building, with development opportunities within a leading facilities management

Qualifications

• UA5 qualification or equivalent training.
• Credible track record in utility arboriculture.
• Experience managing a small team.
• Strong planning, organisational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for records and reports.
• IOSH training, or willingness to complete it.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver consented works in line with programmes and contracts.
• Lead and support supervisors, teams and subcontractors.
• Plan and price works within authority limits.
• Manage staff availability, resources and performance.
• Provide progress, cost and output reports to Service Manager.
• Carry out span audits to ensure standards.
• Maintain compliance with legislation and procedures.
• Support professional development of self and team.
• Build customer relationships and identify new opportunities.

Skills

UA5 qualification

Arboriculture experience

Team management

MS Word/Excel

IOSH training

Education

Arboriculture qualification

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Utility Arboriculture Manager to lead vegetation clearance across Southeast England. You will oversee supervisors, teams and subcontractors, ensuring safe, efficient delivery and high standards.

The role blends site-based work with home-based elements and requires strong people management. Key duties include planning, budgeting, performance tracking and client relationship building, with development opportunities within a leading facilities management