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Apprentice Arborist About Us At Edinburgh Gardeners, we have a superb team. Not only are we great climbers but we are all trained in arboriculture which a lot of people in this sector are not. Being highly skilled in the science of arboriculture means that we can perform great tree pruning jobs and take downs but it also means that we can give good advice to customers about how to take care of their garden plants, perform professional tree surveys, design plantscapes and repair plants damaged by unskilled people. We have an office with three administrative staff who in conjunction with the arb team process a great many customer enquiries, planning applications, surveys etc in a highly efficient manner using a variety of online tools / apps: databases, graphic arts software, tree surveying resources, planning sites, mapping technology. Job Description We are after an ambitious person who is ready to learn every facet of this successful business. We train our staff to a high standard as this is what differentiates us from our competition and why customers choose us even though they know we are not the cheapest option. You will be expected to study in your own time and attain the professional tree inspector qualification (PTI). You will of course be supported in this endeavor and mentored by our knowledgeable and friendly team. We will also pay the course fees. This position would suit someone who has recently attained the following: Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue – NPTC 203 CHAINSAW TRAINING.MAINTENANCE & OPERATION. FELL & PROCESS SMALL TREES (up to 380mm diameter) (Training Preparing for City & Guilds NPTC 201 & 202 (Formally 201,202 & 203 Assessments) Chainsaw Use From Rope & Harness. Cutting Of Trees Using Free-Fall Techniques – NPTC 204 If you have some but not all of the above still apply for this position, we want to hear from the right candidate: we hire for personality not for skill. We can and do train people all the time. We cannot teach people how to be dilligent, thoughtful and honest but those qualities are preferred over easily obtained qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you.

Hi, We are Edinburgh Tree Surgeons. We have created an amazing team of highly skilled, knowledgeable arboriculturalists. We are currently looking for a Ground Worker to join our team in Edinburgh. Expected Skills: Essential: Driving license. Chainsaw 30, 38 Climbing and Rescue. Chipper use Desired: 39 Chainsaw in canopy, 41 Rigging, MEWP, PTI L 2 or L3 Formal training in horticulture and arboriculture desired Basic knots and rope operation for rigging Chain saw use and safety Chipper use and safety Electrical hazards training Emergency procedures General work site safety Hazard recognition Relevant experience: 1 year climbing experience (recommended), 3 years preferred Geographical knowledge of Edinburgh and Lothians preferred Interested? You feel you don't have all the skills? Apply anyway as we mainly hire for personality, so will have full room developing those skills while working for us! Please send your CV by replying here or emailing [email protected] Thanks.

Edinburgh Gardeners, Edinburgh is currently looking for an Arborist. About the job Objectives The main objectives of this function are as follows: - The delivery of a high standard of arboricultural and grounds maintenance and landscaping operations to meet the aims and requirements of Edinburgh Gardeners Ltd and its service users ensuring trees are maintained in a safe and healthy condition, and gardens and grounds are in good condition and wildlife is jealously guarded at all times - To contribute to the achievement of the key objective for Edinburgh Gardeners by undertaking a comprehensive range of flexible, responsive, and planned duties within the company. These duties will include Grounds Maintenance and other activities that impact on the outside environment. These services are primarily to residents, visitors and businesses within the Lothians but may also include commercial work outside of this area Main areas of responsibility: - To undertake general maintenance duties in the following areas: general maintenance of all green areas including highway verges, landscaped areas, planted areas, council properties, recreation areas, cemeteries, schools and other public amenities, high-profile lawn areas, fine turf and sports turf, horticultural features - To work as a Groundsworker in tree operations sites as instructed, keeping the area clean and clear from obstruction and communicating with the team while on site. - To undertake maintenance and minor repairs of chainsaws and other related equipment and machinery in accordance with current safety standards - If qualified/trained and insurable, drive a range of vehicles up to and including tippers, mechanical sweepers, ride on mowers, tractors, small mechanical diggers, platform vehicles, cherry pickers, chipping machines, etc. and be responsible for daily vehicle checks and adjustments, brush maintenance, routine cleaning and defect reporting - To ensure that the transporting of materials and equipment is undertaken in accordance with current safety standards - To ensure the effective controls of vehicular and pedestrian traffic are implemented and that no work proceeds whilst any unauthorised person remains within the established danger zone - To carry out general operational duties including hand weeding, weed spraying, mowing grass, pruning, hedge cutting, planting, seeding, turfing, setting out bedding in accordance with design specification and other associated horticultural duties - To follow instructions of Team Leader, and to work alone on projects as required Do you feel you have the skills for that job? Apply!!! Preferred Skills - Formal horticultural/arboricultural training is desired and preferred - although a high-quality training program can be devised for outstanding candidates - Excellent interpersonal skills - Solid analytical, business planning and problem-solving skills - Good attitude with integrity and honesty - Ability to use standard desktop IT applications and internet Job Type: Full-time Salary: £28,000.00-£38,000.00 per year Benefits: On-site parking Sick pay Flexible Language Requirement: English not required Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: Performance bonus Interested? please send your CV to [email protected] or reply to this message and I will get back to you. Thanks.

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Hi, I work for Edinburgh Gardeners. We are interested by your profile and would like to have a chat with you. Are you still available?