Arboricultural Operative

Description

• Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations (LOLER, COSHH, RAMS, etc.).
• Communicate clearly with your team and managers to keep work flowing smoothly.
• Carry out safe and efficient tree works in line with industry and project standards
• Operate and maintain Arboricultural and plant machinery (training provided where required).
• Report hazards or near misses promptly and promote a positive safety culture.
• Maintain clean, professional, and compliant worksites, vehicles, and tools.
• Support your team to complete projects safely, on time, and to a high standard.

Requirements

• NPORS/CPCS Slinger Signaller or Banksman.
• NPTC Units 201 & 202 (CS30.1 & CS30.2) – Chainsaw maintenance and cross-cutting.
• NPTC FMO – Crane-fed chipper and base unit.
• Experience using excavators in arboriculture.
• Full UK driving licence.
• First Aid + Forestry qualification.
• PTS (Personal Track Safety) and Highways Passport.
• CPCS Red Card – Excavator (tracked/wheeled, lifting ops).
• NPTC Units 308 & 307 (CS39/CS40) – Aerial cutting and pruning.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• NPTC Units 206 & 306 (CS38) – Rope & harness and aerial tree rescue.

Benefits

• Flexibility to work away from home when required.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance