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The tree is indeed based on the original although Paul is also right that there have been a few very minor tweeks. Having seen a few "other versions" I believe it was right to base the tree on the old logo, it also gives a connection to the past while moving forward. Both the RFS & ICF along with other organisations have changed logos in recent times, some being quite different. Ours is 40 years old so ready for an update! With regards opening the discussion up to the membership on the logo; you guys can't agree if Stihl or Husky's are better, what chance would we have with a logo For anyone who wishes to be more proactive and "have a say" in the association the Media & Comms Committee have space for a few more members, we could do with some new blood! SB

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading independent arboricultural company based in the Midlands, assisting in the management and implementation of our new biomass and winter gritting/snow ploughing operations along with our existing Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor and ISO 9001, 14001 & 18001 accreditation's. Working with the Development Manager and Operations Manager you will initially provide day to day support liaising with existing and potential clients to develop the biomass business. Additionally you will undertake on-site safety audits, organizing staff training and managing equipment & PPE purchasing/issue. You will ideally hold a formal arboricultural qualification, have a good understanding of health and safety in arboricultural, be familiar with social media and a suite of Microsoft Office applications. You must be able to work well under pressure to high standards and tight deadlines. In return we are offering a full time, permanent contract with a salary of £20,000 - £25,000 pa, 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays). An annual allowance is available for PPE, equipment and training. If you are interested in apply for the position please send your CV to [email protected]

We are a medium sized AA Approved company based near Northampton. We have 20 members of staff, 15 of which are operational. We serve the domestic and commercial sectors; we do not undertake utilities or railway work. We are currently looking for experienced climbing arborists/team leaders due to increased workload. Applicants will be able to demonstrate suitable arboricultural experience in a similar role, have the relevant industry specific qualifications and ideally hold a towing and/or HGV licence. Previous experience of working for an AA Approved Contractor would be desirable though not essential. The positions offer a full time, permanent contract with a salary of up to £35,000 based on skills/experience and 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays. An annual allowance is available for PPE, equipment and training. We would also like to hear from candidates with less experience but have the desire to advance their career and work towards becoming a team leader. In the first instance please send your CV to [email protected] If you have any questions please feel free to contact Stephen on 01604 407976.

Ashley at S D Launchbury SDL Biomass ? Production and supply of renewable energy We were getting £150 a time and they loaded with our telehandler. Also, try Jonathan at Afterwood [email protected]

If it's not quality of work then how is your quality of customer care? Speaking of our experience our domestic side is as strong as ever. We are not the cheapest around by a country mile but they still come back year after year and we are constantly picking up new business. Try and talk to the customers you have lost to find out why. Be brutally honest with them and yourself and see if there is anything you can change.

If you were willing to relocate to Northamptonshire I'd interview you tomorrow! We are looking for a fitter who is also capable on the tools.

Sharon Hosegood Associates were championing the "Root Radar" about 4 years ago. Not heard much of it since, guess it didn't work all that well?

Saw a Green Woodpecker in the yard on Friday, first one spotted here.

Check out http://www.C-Track.co.uk Cost is about £150 per item for installation then a contract of £10-£15 per item a month for 3 years. The software is awesome, you can see where vehicles are, where they have been and how they have been driven. Ideal for addressing driver behavior which can reduce fuel and maintenance costs meaning more cash to invest on kit and training. You can set geo-fences (i.e. your worksite) which will alert you if the vehicle moves out of the "fence", ideal when you leave kit on site. Steve

Quite true but more qualifications is good for the CV and being taught right in the first place cuts out bad habits and gives more confidence to a climber. We see that with our guys. From a recruitment point of view you can ask for more ££££ with more tickets

Thanks everyone, we got sorted :-)

Dear Collective, Does anyone have or know of a tip site for timber in/near Maidstone? We're in the area and have more timber than planned to get rid of. The wood is Sycamore. Free to a good home! Ideally for tomorrow or Friday. Many thanks Steve

Money laundering perhaps? A nice way to "legally" show where £800 came from!

You would do well to take some time and read the following from Citizens Advice regarding the law and "off premises sales" (which covers us as tree surgeons): Citizens Advice - Off-premises sales T&C are good business practice, they let the client know where they stand and provides you with a way of extracting money from difficult clients (such as in your case). If your worried about the impact on your business just remember to sell it in a positive way; it shows your professional, its protecting the client, you're being open, honest and transparent. Also, it's the law!

We are currently looking for experienced climbing arborists/team leaders and junior arborists/groundsmen. Applicants will be able to demonstrate suitable arboricultural experience in a similar role, have the relevant industry specific qualifications (minimum CS30/31/38) and ideally hold a towing and/or HGV licence. The positions offer a full time, permanent contract with a salary based on skills/experience and 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays. An annual allowance is available for PPE, equipment and training. In the first instance please send your CV to [email protected] If you have any questions please feel free to call on 01604 407976.

Nevermind the personal winnings (never won on lotto but had plenty on scratch cards), just think of all the heritage we've saved as a result of the Heritage Lottery Fund. Having been persoanally involved in a £3.2m historic garden restoration project with an arb contract of over £380,000 and about to be involved in a c£1m restoration project I know at first hand what the lottery can do for our historic monuments, parks, gardens and other sites which, without that money would either still be on the English Heritage "At Risk" register or be lost already. Keep on spending guys; your saving our history and paying my wages

We are currently recruiting for an experienced plant fitter/machine operator to carry out servicing & repairs to all types of plant & equipment. Welding experience and a working knowledge of Unimogs & Hizohack chippers would be an advantage. The position is based near Northampton with the possibility of working countrywide. A competitive salary is offered with flexible working hours. In the first instance please send your CV to [email protected] If you have any questions please feel free to contact Stephen on 01604 407976.

We are currently looking for an experienced climbing arborist/team leader. Applicants will be able to demonstrate suitable arboricultural experience in a similar role, have the relevant industry specific qualifications and ideally hold a towing and/or HGV licence. The position offer a full time, permanent contract with a salary of upto £35,000 based on skills/experience and 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays. An annual allowance is available for PPE, equipment and training. In the first instance please send your CV to [email protected] If you have any questions please feel free to contact Stephen on 01604 407976.

That's google, not ebay. Google reads your cookies, sees you've been on ebay, then when you search arbtalk it links the two and shows ebay. Yes ebay are paying for advertising but don't just blame them. Google is a very powerful beast, do not underestimate how much information it harvests from you and feeds back to you when searching.

We are currently looking for an experienced climbing arborist/team leader. Applicants will be able to demonstrate suitable arboricultural experience in a similar role, have the relevant industry specific qualifications and ideally hold a towing and/or HGV licence. The position offer a full time, permanent contract with a salary of upto £35,000 based on skills/experience and 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays. An annual allowance is available for PPE, equipment and training. In the first instance please send your CV to [email protected] If you have any questions please feel free to contact Stephen on 01604 407976.

We are currently looking for an experienced climbing arborist/team leader. Applicants will be able to demonstrate suitable arboricultural experience in a similar role, have the relevant industry specific qualifications and ideally hold a towing and/or HGV licence. The position offer a full time, permanent contract with a salary of upto £35,000 based on skills/experience and 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays. An annual allowance is available for PPE, equipment and training. In the first instance please send your CV to [email protected] If you have any questions please feel free to contact Stephen on 01604 407976.

Don't do it through Yell (Hibu), get some training and do it yourself. Can be effective if done right but we found paying £500 a month to Hibu generated us about £600 a month in work (excluding time to quote all the jobs) and even then couldn't tell for certain if they had just found us on google anyway. We are now looking at running our own ad words and maximising our website. Try Moz.com and their learning centre and use google analytics

We are currently recruiting for an experienced plant fitter to work evenings and/or weekends to carry out servicing & repairs to all types of plant & equipment. Welding experience and a working knowledge of Unimogs & Hizohack chippers would be an advantage. We would consider a full time position for anyone with the above skills and wishing to work on-site as a machinery operative. The position is based near Northampton with the possibility of working countrywide. A competitive salary is offered with flexible working hours. In the first instance please send your CV to [email protected] If you have any questions please feel free to contact Stephen on 01604 407976.

We are currently looking for an experienced climbing arborist/team leader. Applicants will have a minimum of 3 years Arboricultural experience, hold the relevant industry specific qualifications and ideally hold a towing and/or HGV licence. The position offer a full time, permanent contract with a competitive salary based upon skills/experience and 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays. An annual allowance is available for PPE, equipment and training. In the first instance please send your CV to [email protected] If you have any questions please feel free to contact Stephen on 01604 407976.