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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). 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 £18600 as a starting salary plus paid leave and CPD. Rate of pay would be £18,000 to £20,000 For more details please ring 01743 344466 or email [email protected] quoting ref 1602-17

Our client is a successful family run business that was formed in 1994. A mix of work is undertaken for mainly construction and domestic clients. They currently employ 10 staff and are well equipped with vehicles, chippers and other plant. Working to a high standard they operate in south London and Surrey and have an established commercial and domestic client base and are now recruiting an experienced Climber, based in Esher, Surrey, to work with an established team. Applicants must have the following:- • all relevant NPTC qualifications (minimum of CS30, 31,38, 39) • the ability to demonstrate safe and competent climbing and tree surgery skills. • a full UK driving license . • proven experience in all aspects of tree work In return they are offering in house and industry based training to enhance your long term career prospects and all equipment and PPE, a competitive basic salary (based on qualifications and skills) with additional incentive schemes, 28 days holiday. The base salary for a second climber will be up to £20 -£25K and the Lead Climber up to £28k. There is an additional incentive scheme, along with overtime available. If interested please contact CTC Recruitment quoting 1601-12 on 01743 344466 or email [email protected]

Our client is the Direct Services Organisation of a large metropolitan council based in the north west. Their arboricultural section is well equipped and organised and currently empoys a large number of arborists. As well as undertaking all the tree work with in their own council area, the DSO is contracted to maintain a neighbouring authority's trees and this is where the staff cover is required (Salford). They currently have a vacancy for 1 x qualified climber. Candidates will need to have CS30,31,38,39 as a minimum and a driving licence. Ideally they should be experienced climbers. The position is to start in ASAP and will be employed on a temporary basis for 4 -5 weeks. The rate of pay £9.46, plus 28 days paid leave on a pro-rata basis. If interested please contact CTC Recruitment on 01743 344466 or email [email protected]

Our client is a large land based college based in the midlands. They are looking to employ an Arboricultural Lecturer to work from their campus in Worcestershire. The role will involve the delivery of further and higher education courses in Arboriculture and Forestry. The successful candidate will be qualified to Level 4 in arboriculture as a minimum and have extensive industry experience and knowledge. Excellent organisation and communications skills and a strong knowledge of IT are essentials, as well as a flexible and intuitive approach to teaching. This post is full time, permanent with a salary scale of £23,306 - £33,245 pa, plus generous benefits to include more than 30 days paid annual leave, CPD/Training and pension. The college will also consider applications from candidates who can work on a part time basis as part of a job share. For applicants without teaching qualifications they will provide support to obtain them. For more information please contact our office for a Job Description and Person Specification. Call 01743 344466 or email [email protected]

Our client is a large land based college based in the west midlands. They are looking to recruit two Arboricultural Instructors for their Worcestershire campus. The roles are primarily concerned with delivering arboricultural skills training to college students; involving demonstration, supervision and instruction. In addition there are associated duties such as set up of materials and work sites, equipment and machinery organisation and maintenance. Candidates must have NPTCs including CS30,31,38,39 (or recent equivalents), plus a level 2 arboricultural qualification. Specific training or assessor qualifications would be an advantage but are not essential since the college will organise these for the successful applicant. Good communication and inter personal skills are essential. For more information please contact our office for a Job Description and Person Specification. The salary offered is £19,850 to £21,802. In addition there is 33 days paid leave, rising to 38 plus paid leave at Christmas. The college will support further training and qualifications. Call 01743 344466 or email [email protected] quoting ref 1602-9

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 26 days and other council benefits. A full job description is available. There is an opportunity for a full time position for the successful candidate.Immediate start available Please contact CTC Recruitment at [email protected] or call 01743 344466

Our client is a medium sized contractor based in Hertfordshire. He is looking to employ 2 very good climbers to join his business on a permanent full time basis. Good communication skills with other team members and members of the public is essential and all applicants must have a professional approach to work and be hard working. Applicants must carry out all work to a very high standard and show records of excellent punctuality and attendance. Applicants must hold a full UK driving license and at least all basic NPTC certificates. Pay Rate would be £100 PAYE per day with 20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays. Contact CTC Recruitment at [email protected] or call 01743 344466

Opportunity to join arb section of Oxford City Council. Pay rate £10.24PH depending on qualifications and experience on a temporary three month contract. Applicants should have a driving licence with trailer and lantra or NPTC qualification for stump grinding. You should be self-motivated, hard working and able to work independently. Benefits include a 37-hour week, 28 day pro rata leave

Opportunity to work for a Leicestershire local authority's tree section. Our client has a large direct work force of arborists who maintain the council's trees on a wide range of sites. In addition they undertake non council and other commercial contracts. Due to the loss of some staff (one has been promoted) they are looking to recruit two additional arborists. Candidates will need to have NPTCs for aerial use of the saw and ideally some previous climbing experience. A driving licence would also be an advantage. Initially employed on an agency basis candidates may have the opportunity to work directly for the council. The rate of pay will be £10.71PH for a basic thirty seven hour week, with any over time paid at time and a third. Annual leave is 28 days CTC Recruitment is online now Report Post

Opportunity to join arb section of Oxford City Council. Pay rate £10.24PH depending on qualifications and experience on a temporary to permanent basis. Applicants should have experience of working in arboriculture & climbing, together with an NPTC or equivalent qualification. You should be self-motivated, hard working and a team player. Benefits include a 37-hour week, flexible working hours, 25 days leave and a Final Salary Pension Scheme.

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. If you are interested ring 01743 344466 or email [email protected]

Our client is an established contractor based in west Germany. Employing three teams of arborists they mainly undertake domestic work in the affluent cities of Bonn and Cologne. The company is owned by an English man who has lived in Germany for 30 years. He also has two English speaking sons who work in the business. One of their staff has recently left and so they are looking to employ another Lead Climber to replace him. Candidates must be fully competent arborists able to run a team of three staff and undertake any climbing work that is required. The client is looking for climbers with five years experience and NPTCs for aerial use of the saw. In addition to the climbing the Team Leader should be able to drive the work vehicle and deal politely and professionally with customers. In return the client is offering up to 180 euros per day for the Lead Climber (on a self employed basis). PAYE working is also available and would be from 10 to 16 euros per hour plus paid leave. The client can provide free accommodation by way of a furnished flat which is equipped with english TV and is in a very desirable location..They are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. They will also offer the option for candidates to work in blocks with extended leave to return to the UK. If interested call 01743 344466 or email [email protected] quoting REF 1602-6

Our client is a large Arboricultural Company with a depot based in West London. They have long term contracts with several London boroughs; all of which are served from this depot. As well as local authority contracts they undertake some commercial and domestic work. They are currently looking to employ more than 1 climber. Candidates should have NPTCs for aerial use of the saw NPTC CS39 minimum and a clean driving licence. NPTC CS 41 and an E trailer licence is preferable but not essential. Ideally they would like to employ candidates with industry experience; but they will also consider newly qualified climbers for more junior positions. The role will involve working as part of a two or three man team with the opportunity to take on a Team Leader role for more experienced, competent climbers with the right attitude. In all cases the work would involve a large amount of climbing and so would be a great opportunity for less experienced climbers to improve their speed, productivity and earning potential. Rate of pay is subject to experience and qualifications, but would range from £95-100 per day on a PAYE basis based on experience plus bonus (there is overtime and callout available)with a mid £30K target earnings). In addition there is 28 days paid leave plus a company pension scheme and further training opportunities. If interested call 01743 344466 or email [email protected] quoting REF 1602-5

Opportunity to work for a Leicestershire local authority's tree section. Our client has a large direct work force of arborists who maintain the council's trees on a wide range of sites. In addition they undertake non council and other commercial contracts. Due to the loss of some staff (one has been promoted) they are looking to recruit two additional arborists. Candidates will need to have NPTCs for aerial use of the saw and ideally some previous climbing experience. A driving licence would also be an advantage. Initially employed on an agency basis candidates may have the opportunity to work directly for the council. The rate of pay will be £10.71PH for a basic thirty seven hour week, with any over time paid at time and a third. Annual leave is 28 days Email your CV to [email protected] or call 01743 344466. Quote 1512-4

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 26 days and other council benefits. A full job description is available. There is an opportunity for a full time position for the successful candidate.Immediate start available. Please call 01743 344466 or email [email protected] with your CV . Quote ref 1601-3

Our client is a large Arboricultural Company with a depot based in Bristol. They have a long term contract; all of which is served from this depot. As well as local authority contracts they undertake some commercial and domestic work. They are currently looking to employ a groundsman/trainee who would like to progress within the industry. NPTC CS 30, 31 and a driving licence are required. Rate of pay is subject to experience and qualifications, but would range from £300-350 per week basic (no bonus at this depot) on a PAYE basis based on experience - overtime and callout available . In addition there is 28 days paid leave plus a company pension scheme and further training opportunities. This is a 5-7years contract Send you CV to [email protected] or call 01743 344466 Quote ref 1601-10

Our client is a large Arboricultural Company with a depot based in Bristol. They have a long term contract ; all of which is served from this depot. As well as local authority contracts they undertake some commercial and domestic work. They are currently looking to employ upto 2 climbers. Candidates should have NPTCs for aerial use of the saw NPTC CS39 minimum and a clean driving licence. NPTC CS 41 and an E trailer licence is preferable but not essential. Ideally they would like to employ candidates with industry experience; but they will also consider newly qualified climbers for more junior positions. The role will involve working as part of a two or three man team with the opportunity to take on a Team Leader role for more experienced, competent climbers with the right attitude. In all cases the work would involve a large amount of climbing and so would be a great opportunity for less experienced climbers to improve their speed, productivity and earning potential. Rate of pay is subject to experience and qualifications, but would range from £450-500 per week basic (no bonus at this depot) on a PAYE basis based on experience - overtime and callout available . In addition there is 28 days paid leave plus a company pension scheme and further training opportunities. This is a 5-7years contract. Email us your CV or call 01743 344466 or email [email protected] Quote 1601-8

Hello, I have the following training requirement: Unit No of People CS31 1 CS38 1 or 2 CS41 3 I am interested to hear from a trainer or any other person looking to get some training done who can help us fill a course. Generally we need four people so I can book a trainer and this will keep the costs very reasonable. Thanks. Bruce. Blackman. CTC recruitment.

Peter, I have one employee I want to put through climbing and aerial rescue. What is your number? We are based in Middlesex. If we have two people it is more likely a trainer will be able to fill a course. Thanks. Bruce. Blackman. Complete Tree Care.

Utility Surveyor *2 Location: Flexible Salary: £18-£20PH (incl) Vacancy ID: 1512-11 Our client is the UK’s largest independent provider of environmental consultancy, rural development services and policy advice. They are looking to employ 1 or 2 UA5 Qualified Utility Surveyors for 3-6 months work starting January 2016. Location: covering a single power line running from Exeter, Bristol, Reading, West London, South Coast, The work will involve surveying and consenting tree cutting works adjacent to the 132kV network across the SSE Power Distribution Network area. Candidates would walk the lines and record their findings on hand held pcs with bespoke software and GPS. The project will be the responsibility of a Senior Consultant who will provide appropriate training and day to day management/supervision. Candidates will be required to have NPTC units UA1 and UA5 and a valid first aid certificate. Previous experience of surveying and consenting tree cutting adjacent to overhead power lines and specifying tree cutting works including the writing of risk assessments and method statements would be an advantage. Candidates will also need to undertake a one day training course which is specific to the network. A driving licence is essential. The client is offering £150.50 to £166.50 for an eight hour day (£18PH plus £22.50 mileage payment). Possibility to work a longer day (max 9 hours and a four day week). For more information please contact our office.

'Our client is a medium sized contractor based in Hertfordshire. He is looking to employ 2 very good climbers to join his business on a permanent full time basis. Good communication skills with other team members and members of the public is essential and all applicants must have a professional approach to work and be hard working. Applicants must carry out all work to a very high standard and show records of excellent punctuality and attendance. Applicants must hold a full UK driving license and at least all basic NPTC certificates.' Pay Rate would be £100 per day with 20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.

Vacancy 1601-3 South London £9.29 p.h. Basic 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 26 days and other council benefits. A full job description is available. There is an opportunity for a full time position for the successful candidate.Immediate start available. Please call Lisa/Beccy/ Bruce 01743 344466 or email the office for further information.

Vacancy 1601-3 South London £9.29 p.h. Basic 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 26 days and other council benefits. A full job description is available. There is an opportunity for a full time position for the successful candidate.Immediate start available. Please call Lisa/Beccy/ Bruce 01743 344466 or email the office for further information.

Consultant Location: Shropshire/Wales Salary: £20PH Vacancy ID: 1512-7 Established since 1978 our client is a successful environmental and urban design consultancy with offices in Wales and Shropshire. They offer an interesting range of services to clients based in Wales and the borders including: •Master planning and Landscape Design to Project Management from concept through to completion. •A full range of Ecological Surveys and Reports •Arboricultural Surveys & Reports. •Complete and comprehensive Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment. •BREEAM Assessment and Reports. •Expert witness presentations and planning inquiries. •Artists Impressions, visualizations, graphics and illustrations As part of their brief they are often required to undertake development and condition surveys of trees. This work has been done in house by a landscape architect, but they are now looking to outsource this function to free up more time for their directly employed staff. They are therefore looking to employ an arboricultural sub-consultant on an ad-hoc basis. Candidates should be qualified to level four in arboriculture and have experience of undertaking development and hazard surveys. The work will be regular, but not for a fixed number of days per week.For more information please contact the office. Please contact the office if you require further information.

Our client is busy local authority tree section in Oxfordshire who are responsible for more than 60,000 trees. They are currently looking to recruit an Assistant Tree Inspector to undertake ad-hoc and programmed inspections of the trees, entering data onto a computerized system and where necessary specifying remedial work. Suitable candidates will hold an arboricultural qualification to level 3 in arboriculture, preferably have experience in tree surveying and hold a full UK driving licence. The position will initially be employed on a temporary basis but the position will transfer to permanent for the right candidate. Rate of pay will range from £10.40 to £13.39 PH PAYE. Please ring the office on 01743 344466 or email [email protected] uk.Quote ref 1512-9