Arborist

We are looking to recruit a passionate and experienced individual to join our Neighbourhood Services team, in the role of Arborist.

In this post, you will carry out and assist in providing a comprehensive arboricultural service.

While the work will be predominantly tree-related, some general grounds maintenance, landscaping and fencing works will be required.

**Your key responsibilities will include**:

- Leading and directing arboricultural works to achieve a predetermined work program dictated by external tree surveys.
- Undertaking all aspects of practical arboriculture with particular emphasis on climbing and aerial tree work operations to appropriate industry standards, and in accordance with NPTC Certification.
- Assisting with general grounds maintenance - such as grass and hedge cutting, leaf and snow clearance, litter picking, playground inspection.
- Carrying out landscaping work - such as the planting of shrubs, laying of turf etc.
- The use and maintenance of a range of associated tools and equipment.
- Ensuring that works are carried out effectively to achieve quality and financial objectives, always ensuring the safety of colleagues and the public.

We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced individuals, and you must hold a full driving licence.
- NPTC Certification to CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39
- Full driving licence
- Knowledge of modern arboricultural practices
- Good interpersonal skills and experience of working with the public
- Experience in arboriculture and working in an urban environment

If you are interested in this opportunity, please read through the Job Description further down on this page, to learn more of the responsibilities and requirements for the role.

**Closing Date: Sunday 11th February**

**Interviews to take place within week commencing 19th February**

The Community Housing Group, now Community Housing, was formed in 2000 through a stock transfer from Wyre Forest District Council. We are a social business and one of Worcestershire’s largest Registered Providers of social housing. The Company provides and manages 6000 homes mainly in the Wyre Forest area.

We are proud of what we have achieved for the people and communities we support over the past 20 years. Over the coming years, we want to become a more significant social housebuilder in Worcestershire, focused on helping people to thrive and to live independently, knowing that they have a secure home that they can afford with a landlord who cares about them providing excellent value for money.

We are embarking on an extensive improvement programme to ensure our commitment to “Net Zero” and Decent Homes Standard are met alongside our commitment to developing new homes to help meet the demand of the local communities.

There are 3 Pillars to our Corporate Plan which are:

- Building Better Lives,
- Building a Stronger Business,
- and Building Thriving Communities.

If this sounds like something that you want to be a part of, we want to hear from you.

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