Tree Surgeon
Bradford/ West Yorkshire
Permanent

37 hours pw
£30,500

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently working on behalf of a public sector client to recruit for a Tree Surgeon on a permanent basis. The role will be based from their Bradford depot with travel across West Yorkshire.

A vehicle is provided.

Responsibilities of the Tree Surgeon includes:

Climbing trees and structures using specialist equipment, working safely at heights, and adhering to regulatory safe working practices.
Utilising a variety of machinery and tools such as chainsaws, wood chippers, stump grinders, and climbing equipment.
Loading and unloading works vehicles safely and driving specialist vehicles as needed
Ensuring all equipment complies with industry standards and LOLER regulations
Conducting risk assessments and operating machinery safely
Engaging with customers, resolving or reporting repairs while on-site, and working collaboratively with colleagues and managers to deliver efficient services
Participating in emergency out-of-hours service, attending community-based emergency situations, including storm-damaged trees

Requirements of the Tree Surgeon include:

CS30/31, CS38/CS39, CS40/41 or equivalent, and powered pole pruner certification
Experience using woodchippers and experienced with trailer and plant towing.
Thorough understanding of all related health and safety regulations and best practices
Valid full UK driving licence and ability to drive specialist vehicles as required.

Benefits of the Tree Surgeon:

26 days annual leave (rising to 31) + bank holidays
Matched pension up to 9%
Health cash plan to claim back eye prescriptions, eye tests and more
Free counselling sessions

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Bethan Hall - Associate Director at Hamilton Woods on 01509 276158 or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 - 10 days, it is regrettab