Arborist

Position Overview

Directorate: Growth and Sustainability | Service: Waste, Recycling & Neighbourhood Service

Position reference:

Salary: £31,537 - £34,434

Working Arrangements: Monday - Friday

Hours per week: 37

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: 05/06/2026 at 23:59

Job Profile

Reporting to the Arboriculture Team Leader, you will carry out a full range of arboricultural duties both on the ground and at height. You will be responsible for standby emergency cover for tree‑related incidents and must comply with the Drug & Alcohol Testing Procedure. Availability outside normal working hours as part of a standby rota is required, and a standardised standby payment will be made for these duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out chainsaw work, tree dismantling, felling of mature trees, rope and harness work, aerial rescue, and MEWP operations.
• Work effectively in all weather conditions, ...

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