Junior Arborist: Grow into a Climber with Training

Ferns Group; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

Ferns Group, a family-run utilities and reinstatement specialist, invites applicants to start as a trainee climber. Based in Kent, you’ll be supported with arboriculture training, progressing toward a full climbing role while working in 2–3 person teams on highways, public spaces, and green areas.

You don’t need to be fully qualified; 1–2 years in arboriculture or Level 2 Arb are acceptable. A positive, safety-conscious attitude and a full UK driving licence are essential for ongoing learning on

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in arboriculture OR college qualification/Level 2 Arb
• Confident with basic tree climbing & pruning
• NPTC/LANTRA units: CS30/31; CS38 (Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue)
• Positive, safety-conscious attitude
• Willingness to learn from senior climbers
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Assist with aerial work, climbing, pruning and basic dismantles
• Carry out ground operations including chainsaw work, chipping and branch handling
• Work with modern machinery and equipment (MEWPs, chippers, rigging equipment)
• Follow industry safety standards and best practice
• Learn from experienced Climbing Arborists and Supervisors
• Progress into more complex climbing as skills develop

Skills

Tree climbing

Ground work

CS30/31

CS38

UK driving licence

Safety mindset

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 2 Arb

Tools

MEWP

Chipper operation

NRSWA qualifications

Job description

Ferns Group, a family-run utilities and reinstatement specialist, invites applicants to start as a trainee climber. Based in Kent, you’ll be supported with arboriculture training, progressing toward a full climbing role while working in 2–3 person teams on highways, public spaces, and green areas.

You don’t need to be fully qualified; 1–2 years in arboriculture or Level 2 Arb are acceptable. A positive, safety-conscious attitude and a full UK driving licence are essential for ongoing learning on