Senior Tree Arborist

Senior Tree Arborist

Location:Oxfordshire

Job Type:Full-Time

Salary:40,000 per year

Position Overview:Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Tree Arborist to join our team in Oxfordshire. As a Senior Arborist, you will play a critical role in managing and maintaining the health of trees across various sites, ensuring they remain safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing. You will be responsible for leading a team of arborists, overseeing tree care projects, and providing expert guidance on tree health, pruning, and safety practices. A valid driving license is essential as you will be required to travel between different sites and locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform tree inspections, assessments, and health evaluations, identifying any risks, diseases, or pests affecting trees.
• Oversee and supervise the pruning, felling, and maintenance of trees, ensuring work is completed safely and to high standards.
• Lead and manage a team of arborists, delegating tasks, overseeing the work, and providing mentorship and support.
• Plan and carry out tree removal, thinning, and maintenance projects, ensuring minimal disruption to the environment and public safety.
• Advise clients on tree health management, maintenance programs, and tree-related risk assessments.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, industry best practices, and environmental guidelines.
• Conduct risk assessments for trees and make recommendations for remedial works or felling where necessary.
• Supervise the use of specialist arborist equipment, such as chainsaws, aerial lifts, and stump grinders.
• Maintain accurate records of tree work, site visits, and ongoing maintenance schedules.
• Manage budgets for tree care projects and ensure resources are allocated efficiently.
• Provide expert advice to the team and clients on tree preservation orders (TPOs), conservation areas, and the legal implications of tree work.
• Collaborate with other teams and departments to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring all equipment is well-maintained and compliant with safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Arborist, with significant expertise in tree care, maintenance, and tree health assessments.
• Professional qualifications such as a National Diploma in Arboriculture (Level 3) or equivalent.
• Certification in tree climbing and aerial rescue, such as NPTC units (CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39).
• A valid driving license is essential for travel between sites.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and guide junior arborists.
• Excellent knowledge of tree species, diseases, pests, and the tools and techniques used in tree care.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and procedures for tree work.
• Ability to carry out detailed risk assessments and create safe working procedures for tree-related tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in complex or challenging situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with clients and the public professionally.
• A commitment to high standards of work and attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including exposure to heights.
• Includes climbing, lifting, and operating tree care equipment.
• Occasional weekend or evening work may be required for specific tree care projects.
• The role involves driving to different locations, so a valid driving license is essential.

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