Lead Climber Wanted - Blackburn

Tree Surgeon Jobs Blackburn, North West (United Kingdom) Full Time£35,000 - £38,000 (GBP)

About the job

Tree Surgery Jobs in Lancashire

Are you an experienced arborist ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a confident, skilled, and safety-focused Team Leader to lead a team and join our growing community.

About the Role: 💭

As our Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for:
• Leading a team on residential, commercial, utility and council jobs
• Climbing and aerial tree work, pruning, felling, and rigging
• Ensuring safety procedures are followed to the highest standard
• Mentoring and developing junior team members
• Communicating clearly with clients and the operations team
• Conducting site assessments and assisting with job planning

What We’re Looking For: 👀
• Minimum 2 years arborist/climbing experience
• Relevant qualifications
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Strong knowledge of modern climbing and rigging techniques
• Full driving license

Preferred Skills

CS30 & CS31 (Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting, Felling Small Trees)
CS38 (Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue)
CS39 (Use of Chainsaw from a Rope & Harness)
CSCS card
driving licence preferable
IPAF preferable
UA tickets preferable but will be arranged for the right candidate.
all other training can be arranged

Benefits Offered

What We Offer: 👏🏼
• A supportive team environment and strong safety culture
• Ongoing training and career development
• High-quality equipment and vehicles
• Varied and interesting projects
• Great work-life balance and a positive, outdoors lifestyle with Friday morning breakfast and quarterly team building days.

About the Company

NorthernArb Tree Services

At NorthernArb Tree Services We offer a full portfolio of arboriculture and forestry services throughout the Northwest, taking on both large and small projects. From residential tree removal to commercial vegetation and site clearance. We offer job security and invest in our staff's training and development to support them to further themselves and their career.