Arboricultural Ground Worker Wanted - Belbroughton

About the job

Tree Surgery jobs Worcestershire

We are offering an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join us as we look to expand our existing teams.

We are looking for a highly motivated & methodical groundworker to work within our teams.

They must be passionate about delivering high standards of work and have health & safety knowledge and experience. 

Make sure drop zones of the tree climbers are clear to stop Staff and members of the public entering these zones using cones and signs.

• Process arisings from tree operations which includes cutting up of timbers & loading onto a wagon & piling up brash to be dragged & fed into a chipper.
• Make sure site is left clean and safe using rakes, brooms, blowers etc.
• Defining the staging area and safe zones on the jobsite.
• Filling equipment with petrol or diesel while being mindful of safe handling of fuels.
• Carrying out the duties of a banksman: keep your eyes on the ground and to be aware of site safety such as falling timber, MEWPS, Tractors/flail, flying debris and members of the public.
• Provide essential support to climbers, tidying ropes, passing equipment up to the climber etc.
• Be able to sharpen a chainsaw.
• Be able to operate a chipper.
• To maintain all PPE, tools and vehicles to a good standard.
• Be able to understand job risk assessment.

We also have a Team Leader role available, please see our separate arbjobs advert for these positions. If you'd like more information on either post please contact us directly via the apply button below, thank you. 

Preferred Skills

Essential

• At least 3 years proven experience within tree surgery industry.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• All relevant NPTC qualifications (CS30, 31, 38) & Chipper certificate.
• Good time management.
• Have a strong work ethic.
• Able to adapt to situations as they change.
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions.

Desirable Qualifications:

• MEWP (IPAF).
• First Aid + Forestry.
• Signing, Lighting & Guarding.
• HGV.
• CSCS.
• DBS for works in Schools etc.

We always finish on time. Saturday overtime is offered at an enhanced rate of pay but there is no pressure to do this.

Benefits Offered

• Excellent Pay and opportunity for progression (CPD).
• Monday-Friday - 40 hours working week.
• A diverse range of work.
• Modern, safe, and well-maintained equipment, including: MEWPS, Excavators, Lorry mounted Loader cranes and Compact articulated wheel loader (Avant).
• Modern climbing gear.
• Communication headsets provided.
• A company that genuinely values safety, efficiency and teamwork.
• Easy access to our depot as located just off Junction 4 of the M5.
• 28 Paid holiday days (Including bank holidays).
• Pension scheme.
• Full PPE and company uniform. 
• Free on-site parking.

We always finish on time. Saturday overtime is offered at an enhanced rate of pay but there is no pressure to do this.

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About the Company

Westside Forestry Ltd

Westside Forestry Limited is a family run business with a proven track record providing all aspects of tree work since 1976. We are a friendly, approachable tree surgery business with a wealth of experience in all aspects of tree maintenance. We carry out a wide range of tree work for both private and commercial clients including NHS Trusts, Schools, Social Landlords, National House Builders and Estate Management Companies throughout the West Midlands. Everything from simple domestic tree jobs to multi-day technical take downs requiring MEWPS and cranes - the work is always varied and interesting. We do not currently obtain long term contracts carrying out council work etc.