Lead Arborist
Location: Culcheth, Manchester
Salary: £16-17 per hour dependant on experience
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 16:00 (40 hours per week). Possibility of Overtime & On Call shifts (rota) also available.

About the role

At idverde, we provide a range of Arboricultural Operations including tree removals, crown thinning/reductions/lifting, deadwooding and tree planting, as well as ongoing tree maintenance.

This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career and lead a dynamic, forwarding-thinking team. If you're ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for an experienced and professional Lead Arborist to join our Manchester operations team. This role is crucial in delivering high-quality arboricultural services, leading a team of arborists, and ensuring that all tree works are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards.
Requirements

• Lead and supervise a team of arborists across a variety of public and private sector contracts, ensuring safe and high-quality tree works.
• Undertake a full range of arboricultural operations including felling, pruning, crown lifting, reductions, and dismantling.
• Strong understanding of arboricultural health and safety requirements and environmental compliance.
• Liaise with clients, residents, and the public in a professional manner, ensuring high levels of customer service and engagement.
• Identify and report defects, pest and disease issues, and tree risks to the arboricultural manager or relevant authority.
• Oversee daily equipment checks, vehicle and machinery maintenance logs, and ensure all arboricultural equipment is used correctly and safely.
• Good communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team & train/ mentor junior arborists and apprentices, promoting safe and efficient working practices
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, timesheets, and job sheets using company systems.

Skills/ Qualifications

You must have a minimum of 5 years' practical experience in arboriculture, with previous supervisory or lead operative experience & relevant NPTC/LANTRA qualifications, including:

• CS30, CS31 / NPTC Unit 201, 202 (Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross-cutting and Felling up to 380mm)
• CS38 / NPTC Unit 203 (Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue)
• CS39 / NPTC Unit 204 (Use of a Chainsaw from Rope and Harness)
• Full UK Driving Licence (preferably with B+E or C1 entitlement).
• First Aid at Work (with aerial rescue certification desirable).
• Ability to interpret site plans and maps.
• A proactive, problem-solving attitude with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.

Desirable

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Arboriculture or Forestry (or equivalent)
• Experience working with MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms)
• Tree inspection or surveying experience/qualifications (e.g., LANTRA Basic or Professional Tree Inspection)
• Familiarity with GIS or electronic job tracking systems

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities
• 21 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Full PPE and uniform provided
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Scheme - support for personal and professional challenges
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships & more
• Colleague of the month and year awards with prizes
• Access to the idverde employee benefits scheme
• A positive and safety-focused working environment

Why join us?

At idverde no two projects are ever the same, ranging from contracted maintenance to commercial arboriculture work. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

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