grumpydavesmith

you hit the nail on the head there rich. seems the harder you work the less you get paid. Thanks for the replies so far and the PM's. There are some absolutely shocking hourly rates out there. Some are damn right illegal!!

i know there are lots of different factors to consider. i was just after a general idea

forgot to add im only interested in people that are on the books. cheers

Hi all, I'm doing a bit of research into how much people in our industry get paid per hour as the company i work for i believe are not up to scratch in certain areas. evryone at our place is paid different and there seems to be no continuity or fairness. some of the young lads for example are paid just short of £9 per hour whereas the more " experienced are paid £11.50. so any way id be interested to know the pay in the following areas. Groundsman only? inexperienced climber experienced climber team leader i know this can be a complicated area with people with different quals etc, but lets assume everyone is cs30,31,38,39, and team leaders also have 32,41 i know pay can be a sensitive subject with people and your boss may be watching too, so if you would prefer to pm then do so. your results will remain confidential. i will publish the results wonce i collated all the info. could you also add what county your from too. Many thanks in advance Dave

its maximum authorised mass simples. go on dvla website its very clear. my mate was caught the other week by the police for the exact same thing. if the trailer is rated at 2.7t then you cant tow it. if you are ever unsure ring the dvla they are very helpful for a government department

Hi My boss is after 2 guys preferably climbers with usual tickets. however he would accept one of the guys with CS38 only but this guy must have C1 entitlement on his driving license. He wants one experienced bloke for definate but the other could be freshly qualified etc This is a permanent position in a large company with some fantastic work coming up. He is looking to interview next week, the candidates will also be required to carry out a practical assessment (climb a tree). Job is basically 40 hrs 0730 -1630 covering all dorset hampshire sometimes further afield, must have own transport, yard in rural location. all kit and PPE provided. if interested give me a call on 07742 357983 do not pm me on here!!!

the company i work for just outside bournemouth is looking for a climber, but must be able to drive 7.5t

Hi all one of our drivers was stopped yesterday by the police and his licence checked. he was driving a 7.5t with timberwolf 190 chipper on the back. He has c1e on his licence through grandfather rights i.e he passed his test before 1997. he was informed by the police that he wasnt legal to tow the chipper as he was over 8250kg. All c1e licences earned through grandfather rights carry the restriction code 107 on the licence. in simple terms this means the maximum authorised mass he can drive is 8250kg. the truck weighed 7.4t and chipper 1t so he was over. luckily the police let him off but they impounded the vehicle and charged £400 to release it plus they are gonna do the company. Im guessing there are alot of people out there driving illegally that have just not checked there licence. just to clarify before the questions start the maximum authorised mass is 8250kg including chipper. this is not what the vehicle weighs but what it would weigh if fully loaded. its amazing how nobody in the company realised this alll our drivers cant drive now its gonna be an absolute nightmare. luckily i have c+e so im ok. apparently dorset police are having a big crackdown on it.

Give my boss a ring on 01202 828800 his name is Barry. Company is called Banyards based at Horton nr Wimborne

what tickets u got? can u drive 7.5t??

My boss is looking for Climber with 30,31,38,39 and preferably 32,41 and the ability to drive 7.5t with chipper. Please PM for more Details.

Chip site wanted in Salisbury pls. upwards of 20t

There's also tons of willow ill deliver that for free within 20 miles! Oh n tons of chip free also!!

There maybe a job coming up at the place I work! I'll keep you posted!! You got30,31,38,39? Yrs experience?

Approx 80T of mainly ash n sycamore 8 to 14 inch diameter can deliver within 20 mile radius in 7.5 t lorry or collect yourself! Offers pls

Hi mate work is very thin on the ground around swanage area, so I'm afraid you'll have to commute. I live in wool and travel 52 mile round trip everyday. There are alot of firms around. But you will have to travel I'm afraid!!

Is that nr Waterlooville?

Need a tip site for chip nr waterlooville please for approx next 3 weeks

Approx 2 x 7.5 t loads of horse chestnut free to a good home!! Will even help you load them. Call me in 07742 357983

i recently realised if i turned up in my sweaty work gear looking the part they 9/10 accept the quote however if i turned up in nice clean normal clothes was more like 4/10. very strange!!!

Hi Dan I left the Army in 2010after 14 yrs and now work full time for a local company as well as for myself. i can probably answer all your questions, I live in Wool nr Bovington prob easier if you just give me a call, if i dont answer leave a voicemail and i'll call you back. I'll pm the number. cheers Dave

i did my cs41 about 4 weeks ago, it was a doddle didnt do anything i didnt already do in normal work. read the assessment criteria and good luck!!

If you get asked to do something and dont know then ask. never do something you are uncomfortable with or dont know!! there is no such thing as a stupid question!!! A box of jam doughnuts for the crew at breaktime also!! lol good luck

find some decent big logs stand them on their end, tie to a tree if necessary and practice your cuts till your hearts content. you will be surprised how easy the assessment is mate. just take a deep breath relax and take your time, Good luck