Arborist

2 weeks ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Ground Control Full time

_Join us, we're an Investors in People Gold Standard Company_

Certified B-Corp
Accredited, Ground Control has been certified by B-Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B-Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit. We have also been awarded a
'world-class' status for employee engagement in the 2023 Best Companies results, ranking at
#16 in the 'Top 100 Large Companies to Work For' league table.

We are currently looking for an
Arborist to join our team in and around the Cardiff area
.


This role will be working in a team covering all aspects of arb work (including felling, pruning, crown lifting, reduction and thinning) on rail sites.

We provide all PPE and equipment, as well as training and memberships. Some travel will be required to meet the needs of the business, however, you will be compensated accordingly.

What we offer;
At Ground Control we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wide-ranging benefits programme inspiring you to realise your full potential;

  • A supportive, entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration
  • We believe that 'no job is too urgent or important not to be done safely' and embed this Safety culture throughout the business
  • Training, development, coaching and mentoring opportunities, with clear career path progression
  • Match funding for employee fundraising and 2 personal choice volunteering days
  • We invest 5% of our profits into the Evergreen Fund, an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.
  • By2025 we have committed to planting 1,000,000 trees, having a fully electric fleet, and being carbon neutral
  • Free gym access
  • Cycle to work, Travel loans
  • Bupa employee support & Free Flu Jab & subscriptions to an online GP service and Calm, the wellbeing app

How we work;
We put people at the centre of everything we do.

Everyone is welcome. We're embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation, and innovation creates initiative. Together we'll succeed in caring for each other, caring for our communities and caring for our Environment. Together, we're stronger.

Who are we looking for?
You will need to be a confident climber with bags of motivation and high standards.

Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential as long as you have a background in Arb.

Due to the environment and nature of the work, you must be aware of strict Health & Safety measures and adhere to these at all times.

We'd love to hear from you if you feel your values match with ours.

You would also need some or all, of the following:

  • Brushwood Chipper operations (NPTC)


 S30
  • Maintain The Chainsaw


 CS3
  • Fell Small Trees


 CS3
  • Cross, cut & Stack procedure


 CS3
  • Climb Trees & perform Aerial rescue


 CS3
  • Operate the chainsaw from a rope & harness


 ASG0
  • Certificate of Competence in Stump Grinding Operations
  • First Aid awareness/certification
  • PTS ticket
  • Full, valid driving license
**_
Join us to make a difference_

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