Arborist Supervisor Location: Belfast Salary/hourly rate: £14.50 to £16 per hour Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

About the role

As an Arborist Supervisor, you will take a leading role in overseeing arboricultural operations, ensuring that all tree surgery and forestry tasks are performed to the highest standards. Your responsibilities will include managing daily activities, coordinating area-based teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You will focus on the planning and performance of arboricultural works, fostering a safe and efficient work environment. Working closely with internal teams and clients, you will help drive operational excellence, support team development, and uphold the company's reputation in forestry and arboriculture services.

Requirements

This role will require Level 3 Maintenance (Formally CS 30 / CS 31) and Level 3 Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue (Formally CS 38), Level 2 Operate a Chain Saw from a Rope and Harness (Formally CS 39), Large fall over 380mm and Level 3 Aerial Tree Rigging (Formally CS 41)

Proven experience as an Arborist

Full Clean Driving Licence.

Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and staff at all levels.

Experience in managing teams and performance.

Strong knowledge of Health & Safety procedures and risk management.

Ability to train, guide, and mentor others in arb techniques

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.

Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.

Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.

Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.

Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.

Recognition schemes: Colleague of the Month and annual awards.

Volunteering policy : Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.

Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, and in the UK alone, we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

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