Qualified Arborist: Aerial Tree Work on Major Energy Network

Avove Limited; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services provider based in Oswestry is seeking skilled Arborists to support a significant energy infrastructure project. Responsibilities include vegetation management, aerial tree works, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates must have relevant NPTC qualifications, a strong health and safety commitment, and a valid UK driving licence. The role offers a competitive salary with multiple benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan

Avove Discount Scheme

Family friendly policies

Lifestyle benefit options

Financial wellbeing programme

Employee assistance program

Volunteering days and charity matched giving

Qualifications

• Must have various NPTC qualifications for tree management.
• Strong commitment to health and safety protocols required.
• Essential UK driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vegetation management and tree works.
• Perform aerial tree pruning, dismantling, and felling.
• Operate chainsaws, woodchippers, and MEWPs safely.
• Maintain safety and quality standards on job sites.
• Support and help develop new staff and apprentices.
• Work at height for aerial tree work.

Skills

NPTC CS33 - Fell Large Trees (>760mm)

NPTC CS34 - Process Individual Windblown Trees

NPTC CS41 - Undertake Section Felling Operations

CS30 & CS31

UA1, 2, 2.3

NPTC CS39 - Use Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness

Strong commitment to health & safety

Forestry First Aid

Full UK driving licence

Job description

A leading infrastructure services provider based in Oswestry is seeking skilled Arborists to support a significant energy infrastructure project. Responsibilities include vegetation management, aerial tree works, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates must have relevant NPTC qualifications, a strong health and safety commitment, and a valid UK driving licence. The role offers a competitive salary with multiple benefits and opportunities for professional growth.