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Qualified arborist with the ability and experience to lead one of our Arb Teams

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Special Branch Tree Services NE Ltd - Arb Approved Contractor based in Esh Winning Durham, due to the progression of our business, we are looking for an arborist to join our teams.

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An individual to lead a team, who is passionate about the Arb Industry, excellent communications skills, engage with staff, build relations with existing and new clients and present themselves, their team and the business to the highest standards.

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As a Arborist team leader, your role will include supporting our Operations Manager, Managing Director and Operations Director in the day to day arboricultural operations. Working at height and ground based tasks.
Completion of job risk assessments and method statements, ensuring machinery and equipment is maintained to a high standard. PPE Checks and promote H&S awareness and precaution at all times.

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As Arb Approved Contractors, Special Branch Tree Services NE Ltd regulate under Industry Codes of Practice. Any individual interested in the role will be required to demonstrate their knowledge and ability to fulfil the requirements of this role.

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Applicants will need to have the following, although further training will be provided:

• Industry experience with a minimum of 3 years climbing

• Proven team Leader Experience, with the ability to organise, motivate and run a

team.

• Industry qualifications, NPTC, First Aid (recently refreshed)

• Driving licence

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In return we will offer the successful applicant:

• Excellent work environment and equipment resource

• Competitive rates of pay with 28 days holiday

• Full PPE and company uniform

• Further training and development plan

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Job Type: Full-time

Competitive Salary Rates

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Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

• Employee of the Month

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Benefits:

• Additional leave

• Company workplace pension

• Free parking

• Company Vehicle​

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Schedule:

• 8 hour shift (7am – 4pm)

• Day shift

• Monday to Friday

• Overtime availability on weekends

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​Licence/Certification:

• NPTC Chainsaw Certificate (mandatory)

• NPTC Tree Climbing Certificate (mandatory)

• IPAF

• NRSWA Signing, Lighting & Guarding

 

Work Location: In person, Main Office based in Esh Winning

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If you would like to apply for this position, please send us an email & CV to info@specialbranchtreeservices.net