Utility Lead Climber / Team Leader Wanted - Reading

About the job

Utility Lead Climber / Team Leader Job in Reading

• Job Description: As a utility arborist, you will be responsible for the maintenance, and caring for trees in various settings. Your role will involve ensuring the health and safety standards are met, conducting assessments, and performing necessary tree care activities.
  
  

  Key Responsibilities for tree Surgeon:

  Conduct tree inspections and risk assessments to identify any issues.

  Perform tree pruning, felling, and removal operations safely and efficiently.

  Operate and maintain arborist equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, and climbing gear.

  Collaborate with team members to complete projects and meet client expectations.

  Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.

Preferred Skills

Relevant qualifications in arboriculture (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Arboriculture, NPTC certificates)

Proven experience in arboriculture and tree care.

Knowledge of tree biology, disease management, and tree pruning techniques.

Proficient in the use of arborist tools and equipment.

Strong understanding of health and safety practices related to arboriculture.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical fitness and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

Benefits Offered

We want to offer the right candidate the opportunity of progression within the company. We will offer ongoing training to support your desired carer path, that could be project managing or going into surveying.

Paid holiday.

Pension scheme.

Company days out.

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About the Company

JPAS CONTRACTING LTD

The utility arborists within JPAS main focus is the pruning of vegetation around electrical infrastructure to ensure the smooth running of the over head lines.

Another focus is to abide by the health and safety protocols to ensure the safety of our staff as well as continuing to provide an outstanding service. 

At JPAS we pride ourselves in getting the job done right, we are looking for the best climbers and team leaders within the industry to support our continued growth, in return we offer an excellent salary, bonus schemes and a fantastic progression program.

Although our main focus is within the utility sector, we are Certianly not limited to, we have a wide range of clientele and love days on domestic and other commercial work for variety. 

We can offer you job security, a great work force, company days out, bonus schemes, pensions, 

Anything else you fancy, let's talk?