Utility Arborist Climber/MEWP Operator - Billingshurst

About the job

We are seeking to employ additional Climber and MEWP operators for full time work (5 days a week) on a PAYE or self employed basis. We are based in Horsham, West Sussex and operate within a 50 mile radius of this, predominantly working around HV power lines and also within our busy domestic sector. We contract to various utility companies delivering vegetation management around assets ensuring the networks resilience. Applicants will need to have a strong work ethic, have a positive outlook and work well as part of a professional team. Within the role there is the opportunity to earn more than your salary with emergency standby cover, out of hours and weekend work.

We offer some of the best rates of pay in the industry, get in touch to see what we can offer you.

Preferred Skills

CS30 CS31 CS38 CS39 CS47 UA1 UA2.1, UA2.2 & UA2.3 IPAF trained NPTC 222 (Woodchipper) First Aid + F Manual Handling.

UA1, 2.1, 2.2 & 2.3 are preferred skills but training will be provided as necessary

Candidates must hold a current, full UK Driving License. HGV would be an advantage but not essential.

Candidates will also be required to attend a fit to work, drugs and alcohol test and carry out a DBS check.

Benefits Offered

What do we offer?

We offer competitive rates of pay for the right applicant, depending on experience.  The position offered is for starting immediately (following any necessary training).

• Competitive rate of pay depending on experience
• Refer a friend - £500 for every successful candidate employed.
• Annual and monthly colleague recognition schemes with rewards to be won!
• Continual Professional Development training
• Team building and activity days.
• Annual reviews
• Full PPE (PAYE) and Uniform
• 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays (PAYE)

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About the Company

TreeSmiths Ltd

TreeSmiths Ltd are based near Horsham, West Sussex. We are a family run business with over 30 staff specialising in the Utility arb sector covering a large area across the south east for our clients UK Power Networks and Scottish and Southern Energy Networks.

We also carry out site clearance and domestic work across the south east for various clients. We offer job security and invest in our staff's training and development to support them to further themselves and their career.

We are Arb Approved & Utility Arb Approved Contractors. Health & Safety and Compliance are core to our business and our beliefs.

Professional Membership