Forestry Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Forestry Specialist to join our team in Northampton.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team.

Key Responsibilities

• To work as an Arborist on various projects across the UK.
• To ensure the well-being of both the surveyor and others in the vicinity of trees being assessed.
• To operate chain saws from ropes and harnesses, and to climb trees safely.
• To have an eye for detail and a willingness to learn.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working in an Arborist position.
• Awareness of safety protocols and procedures.
• Relevant qualifications such as Level 3 Maintenance (Formally CS 30 / CS 31), Level 3 Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue (Formally CS 38), or Level 2 Operate a Chain Saw from a Rope and Harness (Formally CS 39).
• A full UK driving license.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £26,500 - £28,500 per annum, plus benefits including:

• An annual leave entitlement of up to 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Voluntary benefits including discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support.
• A competitive pension scheme.
• Recognition schemes including Colleague of the Month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy allowing two days per year to support a cause of your choice.

About i dverde

i dverde is Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, with a turnover of £250 million. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.