Rail Supervisors & Utility Climbing Arborists

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Rail Supervisors & Climbing Arborists

 

UAS Ltd are Network Rail framework contractors and undertake utility specific tree works on a number of large long term infrastructure projects in the UK.

Due to recent contract awards we require two Rail Supervisors and a number of climbing arborists to join our teams on rail de-vegetation projects.

 

This role will suit a time served utility arborists who is qualified and experienced in all aspects of utility/arboricultural works sites. The purpose of the role is to supervise rail tree teams, gain 3rd party consent for tree works, complete all daily risk assessments and daily check sheets, communicate with Operations Manager, ensure the H&S standards are achieved by all staff & Sub-contractors, ensure company equipment is maintained, manage daily logistics and deliver on site tool box talks.

Initially you will be working in the Stafford area with a view to move to the next phase of the project which will be in the North West.

Some mid-week nights and weekend shifts will form part of your working week. The candidate will also be required to work away from home from time to time on projects.

Please note that due to the safety critical nature of this role no physical works are undertaken by the Rail Supervisor. You must be able to complete site documentation and communicate your operational experience in tree works to staff in order to achieve the safest yet most productive method of work.

Candidates should ideally hold:

 

• CS30, 31, 38, 39, 40, PA1/PA6

• UA1, UA2.1 UA2.2 UA2.3, PTS, OLEC1, ICI

• A current first aid certificate

• Full driving licence

• Street works, MEWP & manual handling certification would be desirable

 

The successful Candidate will be provided with a commercial company vehicle, company fuel card, 22 days’ holiday, full sick pay after 6 months, full PPE, and a salary range of between £26,000 - £30,000 per annum dependant on experience.

 

We are also looking for additional PAYE climbing arborists to join this project. Candidates will receive 22 days’ holiday, full sick pay after 6 months, full PPE, Tool loan payment and a salary range of between £21,000 - £25,000 per annum dependant on experience. Applicants for climbing roles should ideally hold CS 30, 31, 38, 39, PTS, OLEC1, ICI, & current first aid certificate.

 

Further training and development will be offered to staff members within UAS Ltd.

 

Please send your current CV and covering letter to [email protected]

 

Informal interviews will be held in 2 weeks at our head office in Crewe. Remote interviews via Skype may be possible for candidates looking to re-locate but we are looking to employ the successful candidates fairly quickly.