CTC Recruitment

Our client is a medium sized arboricultural contractor based on the outskirts of west London. They have been trading since 2001 and have an established client base consisting of commercial and domestic clients, including several large social landlords as well as prestigious central London estates/squares. The work for the Housing Associations includes a complete tree management service; involving mapping and surveying the tree stock and then specifying remedial works as part of a cyclical programme undertaken over a number of years. After nearly ten years of service the current Manager is leaving to work for himself and the company is looking to recruit a replacement. The role is a varied and interesting position involving a mix of management, technical and hands on functions: 1. Management: Oversee two teams of staff; issuing and organising day to day work, Management of a fleet of four work vehicles and associated plant and machinery, Administrative duties such as H&S paperwork and financial reporting, Upkeep of an office and yard facility including disposal of green waste, Pricing and quoting for work; client liaison and site meetings, 2. Technical: Undertake large tree surveys; specifying and prioritising works, Undertake ad-hoc safety inspections, 3. Practical: Duties will include climbing as part of a work team for 2-3 days per week, Undertake stump grinding and other follow up works, Collecting/delivering plant and equipment, materials, hand tools and/or PPE, A full Job Description is available from the office by request. Candidates should have as a minimum Team Leader experience and associated NPTC climbing and chainsaw qualifications. For the technical part of the role a Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture is essential. For those candidates who do not have a higher level qualification we would provide further training. Good organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients and peers are important requirements of the role. They also expect candidates to be IT literate since the use of computerised tree management and mapping software is part of the job. In return they are offering a salary package of £30,000 - £34,000 plus company vehicle, paid annual leave and extensive CPD/training.

Our client is an East London council. Close to the new Olympic park it is an exciting area to work with considerable development and infrastructure change. They are looking to recruit an Arboricultural Inspector to carry out a Highway safety tree survey. Approx 4,500 trees. The operation will be carried out on an i-pad and involve data capture and data updating We anticipate four to six weeks work but it may lead on to more. Rate of pay will range from £13 - £15 p/h PAYE subject to qualifications and experience. Candidates should be Level 3 qualified to ND or Tech Cert as a minimum and have their own transport. Fore more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1606-8

Our client is an inner London borough with a strong reputation for progressive Tree Management by an active arboricultural team. The borough has a large Georgian and Victorian housing stock and was ranked as inner London's 'greenest borough' and London Transport's 'best bike borough 2006'. There are 62 parks and open spaces, covering 815 acres. The council are currently looking to employ a Tree Officer to join their arboricultural team who manage trees on highways and in parks. This role will involve surveying and specifying works on a programmed and ad-hoc basis, managing and monitoring arboricultural contractors and liaising with the public. There will also be a requirement to provide advice or guidance to other council officers on tree related matters, possibly in the form of reports. Candidates should hold an arboricultural qualification to level 3 and ideally have previous technical experience in managing or surveying trees. The ability to communicate effectively with all tree stake holders is also important. Initially employed on an agency basis for 3-4 months whilst the post is recruited permanently this is a great opportunity for an ambitious arboriculturalist looking to strengthen their CV and put themselves in pole position for a permanent role at the council. In return they are offering a pay range from £14 to £18 P/H PAYE depending on experience, qualifications and method of employment. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference number 1606-5

Our client is a south London Borough council. The borough is ethnically diverse, with a young and growing population. They undertake all their the tree maintenance work 'in house' with directly employed staff. They operate several teams of arborists and are currently looking to recruit: Grounds Operative Vacancy Working as part of a three man gang you will assist the climbers in undertaking tree work operations to all council owned trees. You will manage the work site at ground level ensuring it is safe and efficient. Candidates must be qualified to CS30 and CS31 as a minimum and ideally have CS38. Other desirable qualifications are chipper and first aid. Pay rate: £9.29 hour basic (36 hours). Over time at enhanced rates. Annual Leave starts at 28 days and other council benefits. A full job description is available. There is an opportunity for a full time position for the successful candidate. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference number 1606-4

Our client is an AA approved contractor based in the north west with a large depot and office facility near Chester. They undertake a wide range of work from small domestic jobs to large local authority and commercial contracts. These contracts can include routine pruning and felling work as well as larger site clearance projects using specialised machinery and equipment. They also undertake powerline clearance and are currently looking to employ experienced and qualified utility arborists for these contracts. Applicants must hold NPTCs UA 1.0, 2.1,2.2 and 2.3 and have previous experience. Authorisation to work for WPD or SSE would be an advantage. In return they are offering market leading rates and will consider PAYE (£12-£15PH) or sub-contract (upto £150 per day) for good candidates. The work is mainly in Cheshire so will not involve too much travelling and is ongoing. Please contact the office to register an interest. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1606-3

As a major player in the Rail sector our client has asked us to assist in sourcing high quality managerial staff to facilitate their continued expansion in the market. They currently have a Rail Site Manager position available In Wessex (Wiltshire/Dorset/Somerset/Devon). The Rail Site Manager will work to deliver vegetation management contracts for Network Rail. Duties will include: • Survey of sites to evaluate vegetation clearance work required • Managing safe systems of work and resource requirements to ensure work is completed in a safe, cost effective and timely manner This list is not exhaustive, duties may vary over time. Some of the work involved may require staying away from home location as determined by specific contract requirements. Work will include some unsocial hours working (nights and weekends) for which additional payments are made. Candidates must have commercial arboriculture experience in a position of some responsibility; for example as a foreman/supervisor, junior manager or in a self employed capacity. The ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff and company management is essential as are good IT skills. A full Job Description and Person Specification is available from our office. The salary will range from £26-£30K, plus six monthly bonus, stock options, a company vehicle, paid annual leave and paid CPD/training. There are also opportunities to progress within the company as it continues to expand and diversify its services. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1606-2

Our client is a large national green services contractor providing a full range of integrated landscape solutions to large commercial and public sector clients through out the UK. This includes grounds maintenance, landscape construction and arboriculture. Established in the 1970s, the company has grown substantially since 2005 as a result of three large acquisitions and successful tendering. Turnover is now nearly £50m and the company plans to continue this expansion and become the leading provider of green services in the UK. As a major player in the Utility Arboriculture sector (both rail and power lines) our client has asked us to assist in sourcing high quality managerial staff to facilitate their continued expansion in the market. They currently have a project Manager role available in The Midlands to work on a large contract in the Warwickshire/Leicestershire and West Midlands area. This position is responsible for the day to day management of 2-3 teams of operational staff, ensuring that work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety whilst meeting defined timescales and profit targets. This will include the complete work cycle from surveying and permissioning to work programming and sign off on completion. Liaison with stakeholders such as land owners, clients and senior management will for a significant part of the role as will financial and other reporting to regional offices. Candidates should have utility arboriculture experience, ideally in a team leader or foreman role and hold NPTCs UA1,2.1,2.2 and 2.3 as a minimum. Other desirable qualifications are a level 3 in arboriculture and LANTRA PTI. More important is the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in order to generate confidence in the operation of the business with staff, management and clients. The company offers a generous package to include a salary of circa £25K, plus a bonus, share options, a company vehicle and paid annual leave. The company is also very active in promoting CPD/training for all its employees. As part of a large and successful orgainsation there are many opportunities to progress as it continues to expand and diversify it services. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1606-1

Our client is a West Midlands local authority tree section. They undertake the tree maintenance completely 'in house' using directly employed arborists. The work involves pruning, dismantling and planting on all council owned land. This includes some higher profile work in an established arboretum. They are currently looking to employ one temporary climber for a minimum of three months. After this there will be the opportunity to extend the contract or possibly apply for a permanent position. Ideally they would like to recruit a qualified climber with some experience, but they will also consider newly qualified candidates with NPTCs for aerial tree cutting. . Rate of pay from £9.87 PH for a 37 hour week plus 28 days annual leave. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference number 1605-9

Opportunity to work for large AA approved contractor based in west London. Our client undertakes work for a range of clients including local authorities, government agencies, (the Royal Parks), plus commercial organisations and private householders. Due to an increase in work they are looking to recruit an Assistant Manager to help with the day to day running of the business. Reporting to the Manager the position will involve pricing and quoting for work, work programming and monitoring staff. The assistant management will also be responsible for organising machinery and vehicle repairs/servicing as required helping to ensure resources are in place for the tree teams. In addition the Assistant Manager may also be required to undertake 'hands on' duties such as covering for absent staff or completeing small works such as stump grinding, spraying, etc. when necessary. Interested candidates should have at least five years experience within the industry; ideally working as a foreman or team leader and should hold a technical qualification to a minimum level two in arboriculture, (City and Guilds, NC Arb, RFS Certificate). They will now be looking for a role which offers career progression and a move away from full time 'hands on' work. In return our client offers a salary of £30,000-£34,000 plus a company vehicle and other benefits. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466

Our client was established in 1981 as a Landscape Contractor and has subsequently diversified into tree clearance for construction sites (with resulting bio-fuel and mulch supply services) and also a semi-mature tree nursery. The company has a large yard and nursery in Buckinghamshire from which it operates through out the midlands and south east with the largest fleet of tree moving machinery in the UK. They are currently looking to appoint an ambitious Business Development Manager to accelerate the growth of their mechanised Tree and Vegetation Clearance service, principally in the civil engineering/construction market. The Business Development Manager will need to quickly develop an in-depth understanding of the customer’s business in order to effectively identify solutions that fit well with the project's needs. To be considered for this role you must be a stand alone, self sufficient, hard working, self-motivated and results driven individual with at least three years’ B2B sales experience. The candidate will ideally have some, but not necessarily all, of the following: • A University Degree in a relevant subject. • At least three years’ practical work experience in a similar role • Experienced in selling into a competitive market • Strong account building and management skills • Good knowledge of the Civil engineering/Construction procurement process • Rail or utility experience would be useful too. • Personal relationship builder with the ability to prioritise workload and balance demands from numerous sources to ensure that all stakeholder needs are met • Target and bonus driven • Takes responsibility for own actions with a tenacious approach to delivery, quality of output and organisation • Able to work in a pressurised environment with a strong sense of urgency and purpose In return they are offering an excellent package to include a salary of £ 35,000 – 40,000, plus PRP, a company car/van, pension, 28 days annual leave and other benefits.. A full Job Description is available from our office. For more details please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1605-5

Our client is a busy south London borough tree section. They are looking to engage a temporary Tree Officer to assist in TPO applications, enforcement, and the TPO review process currently ongoing. This will involve some inspection and surveying works. The placement is for circa two months and can be on a part time or full time basis. Candidates must have a minimum level three qualification in arboriculture, with two years post industry experience. The rate of pay is to be confirmed but should range between £12 - £15 p/h PAYE, plus paid annual leave and mileage for business travel. For further information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1605-6

Our client is based in Warwickshire in the West Midlands. They specialise in arboriculture and ecology and undertake work for a wide range of clients in both the public and commercial sectors; managing projects for local authorities and planning departments along with work for private estates, commercial, leisure and education establishments. Established in 2008 the company now employs five consultants and due to continued growth is looking to take on another arboricultural professional in a permanent role. The successful applicant will undertake tree surveying work and prepare associated reports to accompany planning applications, tree management plans and delivery of reports to land and tree managers. Applicants should have a good understanding and working knowledge of BS5837:2012, relevant legislation and guidance, be competent in tree identification, inspection and necessary management. Previous experience and an understanding of CAD, computerised tree management systems and GIS software would be preferable. Applicants should hold a FdSc Arb, BSc or PDArb in Arboriculture or higher in arboriculture or closely related field, hold the Lantra Professional Tree inspection Certificate and be a member of the Arboricultural Association and/or Institute of Chartered Foresters. Final salary and package will be based on qualification and experience. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1605-4

Our client is a land based college in East Anglia. They have two campuses; one in Ipswich and one in Norwich. This post would be based near Ipswich within a short drive of the Suffolk coast AONB and Stour valley villages. The college offers a range of qualifications from NPTC and LANTRA short courses upto a two year Level 3 diploma. There is also a very successfull 10 week tree surgery course. They have a very large campus with excellent resources; including newly refurbished and refitted specialist buildings. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Arboriculture Lecturing team. They a candidate who can successfully educate students on both the technical and practical elements of Arboriculture. The postholder must have a relevant qualification in Arboriculture or related subject and industry experience are essential requirements for the post. A teaching qualification would be an advantage. In return they are offering a salary from £22,000 to £30,000 for a 37 hour week with 50 days anual leave (including Bank Holidays), plus CPD and further training/mentoring as required. A full Job Description is available on request. Interviews will be held on 21st June 2016. Closing date for applications is 22nd May (we may be able to extend this). For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1605-3

Our client is a local authority based in the east midlands/north. They are looking to employ two Tree Inspectors for circa 12 month contracts to 'undertake the rolling tree survey of trees under the control of the Authority, assist with the organisation of maintenance regimes and instruct works in the most cost effective manner'. Based in the forestry department the positions will also involve the inspection of woodland trees and provision of advice to other council departments and agencies. Suitable candidates will hold a level three qualification in arboriculture and have 12 months post qualification experience; ideally within a technical role. A driving licence is essential. The rate of pay is to to be from £12.50PH to £15.00PH PAYE dependant upon experience. for a 37 hour week with a minimum of 28 days paid annual leave. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1602-7

Groundsman needed for a small and expanding company with a reputation for high quality work . Based in Guildford, with a growing customer base in the Home Counties. Apart from tree surgery they also carry out consultancy work ; surveys, tree healthcare and mature tree planting,As a growing company there is ample opportunity for those seeking a long term career. This is a varied position and involves assisting with all aspects of tree work from cyclical pruning to large take downs and sectional felling. Essential qualifications are CS30 , CS38 and a driving licence. The basic pay is £320 to £380 for a forty hour week, depending on experience . A towing licence would be an advantage. Other benefits include 28 days paid annual leave and training/CPD. To start ASAP Job location:Surrey For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1605-1

Our client is a south London local authority. They have a busy tree section covering the management of the council's tree stock and providing advise to their planning section on works to protected trees (CAs and TPOs) and repsonding to development surveys. Candidates will need to be qualified in arboriculture to National Diploma or equivalent (as a minimum) and have some previous technical experience - ideally in a local authority capacity. Own transport would be advantageous, but is not essential. The rate of pay will be from £13.00PH to £18.50PH for a thirty five hour week. Mileage will be paid for use of own transport for business purposes. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-6

Our client is a south London local authority. They have a busy tree section covering the management of the council's tree stock and providing advise to their planning section on works to protected trees (CAs and TPOs) and responding to development surveys. One of the Tree Officers is leaving and they are looking to replace them with a temporary appointment until authorisation is given to recruit permanently. This is expected to take a minimum of three months and possibly longer. Candidates will need to be qualified in arboriculture to National Diploma or equivalent (as a minimum) and have some previous technical experience - ideally in a local authority capacity. Own transport would be advantageous, but is not essential. The rate of pay will be from £13.00PH to £18.50PH for a thirty five hour week. Mileage will be paid for use of own transport for business purposes. For more information contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-6

Our client was established in 1981 as a Landscape Contractor and has subsequently diversified into tree clearance for construction sites (with resulting bio-fuel and mulch supply services) and also a semi-mature tree nursery. The company has a large yard and nursery in Buckinghamshire from which it operates through out the midlands and south east with the largest fleet of tree moving machinery in the UK. So that the Managing Director can focus on business development and the continued evolution of the range of services provided they are looking to recruit a Tree Clearance Contract Manager. The role will involve : • Developing relationships with clients • Pricing and programming Work • Developing the company offering to clients • Recording progress • Day to day Health and Safety compliance • Working with owner/manager to develop the business • Travelling all over midland, southern and eastern regions The ideal candidate will have some or all of the following attributes: • Forestry/Arboriculture training • Experience dealing with construction site tree works. Rail or utility experience would be useful too but not essential. • Experience writing Method Statements and Risk Assessments and briefing same. • Ability to assess and price work accurately • Good communication and man management skills • Self motivated and organised nature • Commercially minded . • A desire to excel in what they do • Team Player and good people person • Good computer skills • Ability to manage contracts under pressure • Keen interest and understanding of trees • An understanding of forestry machinery practices • Clean Driving licence with trailer towing ability(C+E licence) • Chainsaw/Climbing Certification In return they are offering an excellent package to include a salary of £ 35,000 – 40,000, plus PRP, a company car/van, pension, 28 days annual leave and other benefits.. A full Job Description is available from our office. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-8

Small arboricultural contractor based in scenic area of Gloucestershire near Cheltenham requires an NPTC qualified, second climber to supplement existing 2 man team. The company undertakes work in both rural areas of the Cotswolds and also in Cheltenham for mainly domestic customers. They have been established for some years and have a large number of repeat customers ensuring they always have a full order book. Second climbers: must have NPTCs upto and including CS39 (use of chainsaw from rope and harness). Successful candidates will also be required to undertake any groundwork as necessary. Previous experience not required so a college leaver will be considered, Training will be provided to bring candidates upto speed on pruning and basic dismantling works. In return they are offering £18,600 as a starting salary plus paid leave and CPD. Rate of pay would be £18,000 to £20,000 For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-9

Our client is a borough council based on the Berkshire/Surrey border. Located within the Thames basin it covers an attractive area which includes several affluent market towns. As such they have a significant and highly valued tree stock both on private property and council owned land. They require a temporary arboriculturalist to clear a back log of work and expect the role to last for a period of three to six months, working 2 to 3 days per week. Reporting to the Parks Manager the role will involve surveying and specifying work on council owned trees and advising the planning department with regards to applications to work on protected trees. Candidates must be qualified to a minimum level 3 in arboriculture and ideally have previous technical experience. Rate of pay is dependent upon experience and ranges from £12.50 - £16.00 per hour PAYE . In addition a generous mileage rate is paid for travel within the borough. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-7

Our client is a north London Local Authority. The tree section is responsible for the management of a large stock of council owned trees. Each year they survey a percentage of the tree stock and produce a program of cyclical pruning as required. Data will be recorded on a PDA and entered into tree management software. To undertake the scheduled Tree Survey and ad-hoc tree inspections they require two qualified arborists, ideally with own transport (mileage paid). Candidates will need to have a minimum (2 year) level three qualification in arboriculture and be available from May until October/November 16. Pay will range from £14.00PH (PAYE) to £17.43PH (self employed) for a 37 hour week. PAYE candidates will also receive 28 days paid annual leave (pro rata). For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-5

Our client is an established arboricultural consultancy based in Hampshire with an extensive client base through out London and the southern counties. Their clients consist primarily of large commercial organisations and government agencies for whom they provide a range of technical services from arboricultural consultancy (including tree protection and root survey) to Japanese knotweed survey and control. They have developed a knotweed control program which has been endorsed by mortgage lenders (the presence of knotweed can affect lending by banks/building societies) and as a consequence this service is in great demand. With the growing season about to begin they are looking to employ an Environmental Technician to undertake this work in London and the South East. This will involve undertaking contracts for knotweed control; either through chemical application or organising complete dig outs on development sites. The role will also involve site inspections and assisting with pricing. Candidates should have PA1 and PA6a and a driving licence (Cat B). An arboricultural or horticultural qualification to level 2 and/or previous experience of knotweed control would be an advantage, but are not essential. The position could be undertaken on either a full time directly employed basis or on a part time contract basis for 3-4 days per week from May to October. In return they offer an attractive rate of pay (£10.00-£12.50PH) to be discussed at interview, plus the opportunity to develop your role within the company as this service grows in turnover and area of operation. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-4

Lead climber / crew leader needed for a small and expanding company with a reputation for high quality work . Based in Guildford, and a growing customer base in the Home Counties. Apart from tree surgery there is also consultancy work with surveys, tree healthcare and mature tree planting, so any candidates would be part of these roles as well. As a growing company there is ample opportunity for those seeking a long term career. To start ASAP Job location:Surrey Brief description of duties: Responsible for organising team and equipment in the morning, running the site smoothly and efficiently and organising equipment upon return. There maybe other responsibilities looking further along the line, dependent on experience and ability. Qualifications required: CS 30.1,CS 30.2,CS 31,CS 38,CS 39,CS 41 Clean driving license Climbing competency is essential. Salary on offer: between £130 and £150 per day, self employed for first month and then PAYE, payment once a month. Annual leave: 20 working days and bank holidays. A bonus system is operated to reward hours over the standard working week. For further information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1603-2

Our client is a medium sized arboricultural contractor based in South East London. They have been trading since 2002 and have an established client base consisting of commercial and domestic clients, including local councils . They are looking to expand and consequently require: Lead Climber: This is a varied position and involves all aspects of tree work from cyclical pruning to large individual take downs and sectional felling. Applicants must be fully competent climbers with CS30, 41, 38 and 39 and be confident in large technical dismantles as well as pruning to very high standards. Must hold a current UK driving licence ideally to drive a 7.5t vehicle. They use a 7.5t Iveco with Vermeere 935 chipper. This is a full time position, the pay rate will be up to £36,400 per annum with pension and 25 days annual leave. Working day would be 8.30am to 5.00pm For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-3

Our client is a registered social landlord (RSL) based in London. They are one of the oldest and largest housing providers in the country having been founded in 1862 and with more than 27,000 homes. In 2014 they acquired another large housing association based in south east London who had a substantial land holding and with this a large tree stock. The grounds maintenance and tree works are undertaken using an in house team. They are currently looking to recruit an Arborist Supervisor to oversee a small team of staff on a day to day basis. Reporting to their depot in SE28, this role will involve organising and issuing work, undertaking tree inspections, liaising with residents and members of the public. The role will also involve some hands on work as part of the team when not undertaking supervisory duties. A full job description is available. Candidates should be NPTC qualified and competent climbing arborists with a good knowledge of all tree work operations and practices. Previous experience of leading a team of staff is required. In return they are offering a salary of £25,000-£30,000 per annum plus the usual benefits of a large organisation to include paid annual leave, company contributory pension and training/CPD. For more information please email [email protected] or telephone 01743 344466 quoting reference 1604-2