Job Title: Climber – Trees
Reporting to: Arboricultural Manager
Base (Location): Yards in Essex/ clients throughout Essex
Main Duties:
1. Ability to run jobs and come in on budget when working with sub-contractors
2. To carry out all aspects of tree works using the appropriate machinery and equipment, to the current industry standards in accordance with the needs of particular tree species and their associated environments.
3. To ensure work is carried out to timescales and in accordance with company standards as specified.
4. To maintain allocated equipment, e.g., basic hand tools, ropes and harnesses, power tools, personal protective equipment etc. ensuring all safety checks are carried out in accordance with company policy and procedures.
5. To operate and maintain a wood chipper.
6. To ensure that the mechanical condition and security of vehicles and machinery used in operations is maintained in a safe and secure manner and that any defects, damage or breakdowns are reported promptly.
7. To report any incident that involves injury or damage to any third-party property immediately, in line with Company procedures.
8. To render First Aid as required.
9. To maintain knowledge of arboricultural practices, legislation, relevant legislation and codes of practice, and industry guidance.
10. To assist with mentoring junior staff as directed.
11. To ensure prompt and accurate completion of all forms and records required for the duties of the post and to liaise with the Administrator as and when directed.
12. To work outdoors at all times of the year in all weather conditions.
13. Any other duties appropriate to the purpose and grade of the post, which may be allocated from time to time.
Additional for Duties of Driver
Where the employee is qualified to drive company vehicles and tow company trailers, he/she may be required to carry out the following additional duties:
14. To drive any Company vehicle in accordance with the relevant legal requirements and Company procedures.
15. To follow all legislative requirements concerning driving hours’ regulations, including the use of tachographs, if appropriate.
16. To report any incident that involves injury or damage to any third-party property immediately, in line with Company procedures.
17. To perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle and plant inspections and to report any defects or damage.
18. To perform daily audits of vehicle equipment, reporting any damage, defective or missing items.
19. To ensure vehicles and plant are fuelled sufficiently for the working day.
20. To clean vehicles and plant assigned to you and keep the vehicle in a tidy condition.
21. To ensure vehicles and plant are prepared ready for out of hours’ emergencies (if this is required).
22. To perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicles, as necessary.
Terms and Conditions
Contract type: Full time/ permanent contract
Annual Leave: 28 days including bank holidays
Probationary period: 3 months
EMPLOYEE SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Essential - Full clean driving Licence which permits you to drive in the UK
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
1. Ability to carry out tree care operations to the current industry standards in accordance with the needs of the particular tree species and their associated environment.
2. Ability to undertake physically demanding work, on the ground, at height within the crown of the tree or from hydraulic platforms.
3. Ability to use, maintain and direct the use of appropriate plant, equipment and machinery i.e. chainsaws, wood chippers and stump grinding equipment, in a safe and competent manner.
4. Ability to communicate in a clear and polite manner with colleagues and members of the public.
5. Knowledge of current arboricultural practices including legislation and guidelines.
6. Ability to maintain accurate records.
7. Ability to work within and contribute positively to a team.
8. Ability to respond to emergency situations in a calm and decisive manner.
Additional for Duties of Driver
9. Ability to undertake daily maintenance checks
Essential Qualifications:
NPTC Unit CS30 – Maintaining a chainsaw;
NPTC Unit CS31 – Felling small trees;
NPTC Unit CS38 – Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Tree Rescue;
NPTC Unit 39 – chainsaw from a rope and harness;
First Aid Certificate
Desirable Qualifications:
NPTC Unit 40/41 – Aerial tree pruning/ rigging
NPTC Unit PA1 – Safe Use of Pesticides.
NPTC Unit PA6a – Use of Hand-Held Applicator.
A current full driving licence for a manual vehicle pre 1997 or to have B+E or C1+E entitlement.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Application question(s):
- Do you have a driving license?
- How long have you been involved with tree work?
- How many years have you been climbing trees?
- Why do you want to join us?
Work Location: In person
Crown Tree Services
Unit 7, Nash Hall,
The Street, High Ongar,
Essex, CM5 9NL
Tel: 0800 3579771
E-mail: crowntreeservices1@gmail.com
Web: http://www.crowntreeservices.co.uk