Experienced Climbers Wanted - Bristol

About the job

Due to a significant increase in our workload we have positions available for climbers of all levels.

Team Leader

Lead Climber

Second Climber

You will be required to undertake a variety of tree work operations based on your level of experience. These will include but are not limited to reductions, take downs, rigging, mewp work, hedge trimming, fruit tree pruning, pollarding and more!

A strong work ethic and a diligent approach to producing quality work whilst keeping yourself and others safe will be essential, as will a the ability to work as a team in challenging situations.

Preferred Skills

NPTC or equivalent tickets relevant to your role will be essential. Diplomas and other more advanced training are an advantage.

Team Leader:

10+ years experience in the industry. A high level of skill and experience in a wide variety of tree work settings, both domestic and commercial. A good understanding of health and safety in tree work. Ability to communicate effectively with clients to ensure customer satisfaction. Leadership skills to maximise the potential of a team by delegating to make use of people's strengths whilst up-skilling the less experienced at every opportunity.

Lead Climber:

5+ years climbing experience. Comfortable in all situations including advanced rigging, large reductions and anything challenging. Ability to work fast and effectively, to a high standard whilst maintaining safety. High level of physical fitness. Also willing to trim hedges, drag branches and rake up etc.

Second Climber:

2+ years climbing experience. A solid foundation in tree climbing technique. Able to carry out medium sized reductions and take downs safely and effectively. A basic working knowledge of aerial rigging techniques. Competent at ground based rigging operations. Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. A realistic understanding that everyone drags branches and cleans up.

Benefits Offered

PAYE positions available: Competitive salaries, pension, training provided, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance scheme.

Self employed: Flexible days to suit your life, good day rates.

Staff trips

Quality kit

Friendly working environment

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About the Company

Wildwood Treecare Bristol Ltd

Wildwood Treecare is a small but mighty arboricultural contractor serving domestic and commercial clients throughout Bristol and the Southwest. Efficiently delivering high quality tree services and getting home safe at the end of each day are our top priorities. And if we can have a laugh and earn some coin in the process then all the better!

As our reputation grows and our customer base broadens, there is occasionally an opportunity for another skilled and committed arborist to join our team. Could this be you?