Arborist Team Leader Wanted - Irvine
John O'Conner (GM) Ltd
About the Company
Founded in 1969, John O’Conner is a privately owned company that keeps people at its heart. We are dedicated to the continuous development of each and every employee, and that commitment is reflected by the high-quality services we deliver to our clients.Operating throughout the UK, we provide extensive Arboriculture, grounds maintenance and landscaping services to both public and private sectors.
About the job
Due to continued growth and opportunity John O Conner GM Ltd is mobilising an arboricultural services department from its depot in Irvine Scotland.Responsible for managing a team and delivering high quality tree work for new and existing customers this is an exciting opportunity with potential for career growth and development
What we can offer:
A full time permanent contract (subject to successful probationary period)
Company Uniform and top of the range PPE as well as new, regularly replaced equipment, plant and vehicles
Excellent rates of pay commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience
Regular employee reviews, training and development opportunities. Annual training plans are provided for all staff members including all required refresher training and training and CPD to further your arboricultural knowledge
Opportunities for further development exist as we are a sustainable and growing arboricultural contractor
Preferred Skills
You will need to hold NPTC qualifications for ground based and aerial chainsaw activities including as a minimum CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39, chipper operation, maintenance and an in date emergency first aid certificate (preferably arb/forestry specific).A level 2 qualification in Arboriculture would be an advantage as would certificates in rigging operations and MEWP competency, New Roads and Street Works act certification.
As well as being a competent climber with a minimum of 2 years climbing experience you will have a keen focus on safe working practice, care and maintenance of arboricultural plant, vehicles and equipment and a passion for high quality tree care.
You must be focused, committed and hard working and as well as being resourceful and able to work well with others should be a motivator and an independent self starter
A full driving licence is required as a minimum and 2 references will be required
Training available for the right candidate – attitude and commitment to high standards of quality, health and safety are of foremost importance.
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