Climbing Arborist - Devon/Cornwall

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Climbing Arborist

Launceston, Cornwall 

Glendale is the largest provider of arboricultural services in Cornwall, with over 70 arborists employed in the County, and due to recent contract awards are now looking for staff to support our private and amenity arboriculture business based out of our Arboricultural Association approved office in Launceston, Cornwall. 

Clients include local authorities, highways agencies, commercial businesses and private individuals, covering the whole range of arboricultural tasks. 

The Opportunity

• This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, competent arborist wishing to develop their career.

• This is a hands on role working as part of a team on site and assisting with the progress of work through daily planning, whilst being able to take quick and effective action to maintain productivity and quality standards.

The Person

• Based at our office in Launceston, the successful candidate will be experienced in arb work, be able to work within a team environment completing a wide range of tree works from simple felling and pruning works to technical dismantles using rigging equipment and MEWPS.

• Ideally candidates should be qualified to CS40/41 Units307/309, CSCS with a minimum of 3 years experience, hold a UK drivers licence. Additional certification can be offered for the right candidates holding upto CS39.

• Due to the nature and area of the work the candidate will need to be a confident person who can display good people management and excellent communication skills. 

• This role does not include working within the utility sector and so UA certificates are not required.

What can Glendale offer you?

Glendale offers an excellent overall package for all staff including;

• Competitive salary - up to £24,000 p.a. + Overtime

• Generous annual leave - up to 33 days p.a.

• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person - At all Parkwood Leisure facilities

• Employee health cash plan - Simplyhealth

• Life assurance - 2x salary

• Employee discount portal - discounts on travel, high street vouchers, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Pension Scheme

• Company sick pay - Up to 15 days p.a.

• Career progression - 76% of all management posts filled through internal progression

• Training and development

 

Company vehicles currently traveling into Launceston from all over Devon & Cornwall, with vehicle allocation possible for the right candidates.

Glendale is a well established business that is continuously growing. Successful applicants can look forward to joining a company that can offer career prospects and believes in investing in its people.

How to Apply

For an informal chat about these positions, please call Mat Clarke, Arboricultural Manager on 07771 960 646 or email [email protected] 

About Glendale

Glendale is one of the largest green space management service providers in the UK and specialises in tree care and management, grounds maintenance and landscaping. Our Countryside business carries out arboriculture, woodland and landscaping services and includes the Civic Trees, tree moving business (www.civictrees.co.uk) For more information about the wider Glendale business visit www.glendale-services.co.uk.

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