Tree planting assistant required

[Paul Barton]

Hi all. Our consultancy business has diversified and we are now also doing quite a bit of tree planting so are looking to expand in that area. The work is mostly for private landowners and we are planting amenity trees that range from hedge plants up to semi-mature trees.

 

Below is the copy from the job advert via our recruiter.

 

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Based around Cirencester / South Cotswolds working on customer sites in various locations

Salary: £26,000 - £40,000 per annum, (negotiable for an outstanding candidate).

 

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Our client is a highly respected arboricultural company, renowned for its strong portfolio in prestigious soft landscaping projects, particularly large tree planting. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their team.

They can consider individuals earlier in their career seeking development opportunities, or a more experienced person.

 

THE ROLE:

This is a hands-on position, working closely with a small team to deliver tree planting and soft landscaping projects across various customer sites. The successful candidate will enjoy diverse tasks and challenges and will be keen to learn new skills and solve problems.

 

To Apply, You Should:

• Enjoy working outdoors.

• Possess previous experience in a relevant field such as landscaping, construction, agriculture, or gardening.

• Be able to use a variety of hand tools safely and confidently.

• Be able to follow work instructions accurately.

• Comply with all health and safety regulations and PPE requirements.

• Work effectively as part of a team, contributing to problem-solving and job planning.

• Maintain a tidy, organised and safe work environment.

• Demonstrate commitment, reliability, and a desire for skills development.

We welcome applications from candidates experienced in operating plant machinery (e.g., telehandler, excavator, dumper, pivot steer loader) ideally holding relevant certifications (e.g. CPCS).

 

Additional Requirements:

• A full UK driving license is essential for travel to site, and occasional overnight stays may be required.

• A CSCS card is beneficial but not mandatory.

 

Benefits:

In addition to an attractive salary, you will receive 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service), a company pension scheme, a company health scheme, and various training opportunities.