Tree Surgeon

Tree Surgeon Location: Croft/Mountsorrel, Leicestershire Pay Rate: £17.17 per hour PAYE | £21.23 per hour Umbrella inc Holiday Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Temporary The Opportunity We are currently recruiting an experienced Tree Surgeon to join a busy Highways and Arboriculture team based in Mountsorrel, Leicestershire. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled arboricultural operative to work across Leicestershire, carrying out a variety of tree maintenance and surgery works to help maintain the safety and appearance of the local highway network and surrounding areas. Working as part of an established operational team, you will use specialist equipment and machinery to deliver a professional tree maintenance service, ensuring all work is completed safely and to the required industry standards. Key Responsibilities Undertake a range of tree surgery works, including crown lifting, crown reductions, dead wooding, pollarding, bracing and tree felling. Operate chainsaws, pole saws, wood chippers and other specialist arboricultural equipment. Carry out tree climbing, aerial work and dismantling operations safely. Undertake aerial rescue procedures and maintain safe working practices when working at height. Assist with tree planting, young tree maintenance, shrub maintenance and other associated forestry duties. Identify tree species and assess tree condition, recognising potential diseases, pests and biosecurity risks. Carry out routine maintenance and safety checks on vehicles, machinery and equipment. Support the team in responding to emergency tree works, including storm damage and fallen trees. Follow risk assessments, method statements, traffic management requirements and relevant health and safety legislation. Occasionally provide guidance and supervision to apprentices and other operatives on site. Requirements Previous experience working in tree surgery, forestry or arboriculture. Relevant NPTC / CS qualifications, including chainsaw operation, tree felling, tree climbing, chainsaw use from rope and harness, and aerial rescue. Recognised qualification in Arboriculture or Horticulture, or demonstrable equivalent experience with a commitment to gaining relevant qualifications. Good understanding of safe working practices, working at height and aerial rescue procedures. Knowledge of tree species, tree health and common pests and diseases. Full, valid UK driving licence. Ability to operate specialist arboricultural machinery and equipment. Good understanding of health and safety and traffic management requirements. A reliable, practical and team-focused approach to work. How to Apply If you have the relevant tree surgery experience and qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please get in touch. Please contact Prakash by emailing [email removed] or call [phone removed] for more information .