Senior Arborist

RSK Group, a leading environmental consultancy, is seeking a highly skilled Utility Tree Surveyor to join their team in the UK. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary and benefits package.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough surveys of trees in close proximity to overhead lines.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrate motivation and drive to achieve outstanding results.

Person Specification:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent tree identification and characteristics knowledge
• First Aid Certification
• UA: 301, 401 & 402
• Strong map reading skills
• Familiarity with Word and Excel programmes and ability to operate software systems on Tablet hardware in the field
• Superb Communication and Negotiation skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to personal development, training, and learning new skills

Desirable:

• Experience and knowledge of strict H&S operations and its practical implications
• Practical experience of Overhead Line Vegetation Clearance Lines works up to and including 132KV, with knowledge of:
  • All aspects of vegetation clearance
  • Relevant codes of practice
• NRSWA certification
• Lantra based Professional tree inspection certificate
• Manual Handling Certification

Benefits:

• Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Life assurance
• A flexible benefits programme, including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan, and discounted gym membership

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer