Arboriculture Ground Operative

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Arboriculture Ground Operative Location: St Helens Salary: £13.00-£13.50 per hour Contract type: Permanent, Full time Working hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am to 4:00pm
About the role
At idverde, we provide a range of Arboricultural Operations including tree removals, crown thinning/reductions/lifting, deadwooding and tree planting, as well as ongoing tree maintenance. We are now looking for a talented and experienced Arborist Ground Operative to join our team in St Helens. Your main duties will include tree felling, pruning, stump grinding and more.
This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career and be part of a dynamic, forwarding-thinking team. If you're ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we want to hear from you. You will need to have a keen focus on safe working practice, care and maintenance of arboricultural plants, vehicles and equipment and a passion for high quality tree care, with a can-do attitude.
Requirements
Previous experience of working in an Arborist team.
Excellent understanding of arboriculture and the ability to undertake operations safely and competently.
Recognised industry qualifications: CS30 / NPTC Unit 201 (City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting), CS31 / NPTC Unit 202 (City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Felling Small Trees up to 380mm) and CS32 / NPTC Unit 304 (Competence in Felling, Assisted Felling and Processing Medium Trees). Anything above CS32 would be an advantage to have.
Woodchipper and Pole Saw / Pruner training would also be beneficial.
Full UK Driving License
Eye for detail and willingness to learn.
Why join us?
At idverde no two projects are ever the same, ranging from contracted maintenance to commercial arboriculture work. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
Support for personal and professional challenges.
Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
Resources to manage your finances.
Secure your future.
Colleague of the month and annual awards.
Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
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Location:
St. Helens, England
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Agriculture Fishing And Forestry

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