Mid-Level Arborist - Melrose - Competitive Salary

Job summary

Join Avove's team of skilled Arborists working on an exciting energy infrastructure project. Lead vegetation management and tree works using chainsaws and MEWPs for a significant impact on public utility standards. Avove is a well-respected infrastructure provider, offering 24 days of holiday, a company pension, and a range of lifestyle benefits. Apply now to be part of a friendly and supportive work environment that truly values its team.

Role details

Role

Full-time

Industry

Utilities And Energy

Employment

Fulltime

Experience

2 Years +

Education

NPTC CS33

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vegetation management and tree works across the Scottish Power Energy network
• Performing aerial tree pruning, dismantling, and felling in line with safety regulations
• Operating chainsaws, woodchippers, MEWPs, and other specialist equipment
• Maintaining safety and quality standards on every job site
• Supporting team members and helping develop apprentices/new staff where appropriate
• Working at height using rope and harness or MEWP to safely perform aerial tree work

Requirements

• Strong commitment to health & safety
• Full UK driving licence (towing entitlement desirable)

Benefits

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan
• Avove Discount Scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Lifestyle benefit options
• Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing
• Volunteering days and charity matched giving

Key skills