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Are you a gardener with a passion for trees? or an Arborist who loves their flowers? We are looking for a new member to join our team. Do you have that special balance of horticultural knowledge and tree climbing experience or are you newly qualified and looking to build a career in arboriculture? Yes… Get in touch, we would love to chat with you! Second Climber/ Landscape Gardener Job Description Payne & Ford is a high-end landscaping company based in West Sussex; we endeavour to create and develop beautiful, long-lasting gardens for our clients. With a portfolio encompassing intimate courtyards, contemporary townhouses, romantic cottage gardens and rambling countryside retreats we feel confident this is an exciting opportunity for an arborist to join our team. Skills: Knowledge of horticulture; including knowledge of garden equipment/machinery Knowledge of arboriculture principles and practices Experience cutting hedges and knowledge of appropriate hedge pruning techniques and timings Experience of identifying pests and diseases Comprehensive understanding and practical knowledge of seasonal pruning Excellent communication skills and personable manner A strong sense of aesthetics with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to achieving high standards Physically fit and comfortable working in all weathers and seasons Current, Clean Driving Licence Experience working in a similar role within the industry Qualifications: RHS Qualification Level 2 Woodchipper Level 2 Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting (CS30) Level 2 Felling and Processing trees up to 380mm (CS31) Level 3 Tree climbing and aerial rescue (CS38) Level 3 Aerial cutting of trees (CS39) Spray certificates (PA1 and PA6). First Aid qualification Responsibilities: The suitable candidate’s responsibilities will involve implementation of planting plans to create and maintain high quality landscapes to a prestigious standard. Garden development to include but not limited to; hedge trimming, lawn maintenance and cultivation, strimming, pruning, topiary maintenance, garden pest and disease control. Support the Lead Climber with tree climbing and aerial operations, ground based tasks, inspections and maintenance of climbing equipment. To maintain a positive and pleasant work environment, ensuring high levels of organisational effectiveness, communication, and safety. Candidates will need to show they can problem solve, be adaptable and prioritise in an industry that is affected by changing weather, climate and trends. Benefits to include: Competitive salary A flexible working scheme with generous overtime package 28 days holiday plus bonus holiday over Christmas 40 hours per week Training as required with the opportunity for sponsored learning and further qualifications Contributory pension scheme all enquiries to: [email protected]

Howdy Agimos! Just a quick one to rack your brains and harvest your opinions please? I am contemplating adding a small, cheapish saw to my collection, specifically for pruning task, light tree work on my property and to bridge the gap between my ratchet loppers and my smallest other saw, a Makita / Dolmar DCS4301 at 43cc. Initially I fancied an Echo 2511WES for its diminutive size and low weight. Two things put me off slightly, the £400 cost, and reports on this forum of issues with the smoothness of the chain in wood. Setting my sights a little lower, and slashing the budget required in half left me looking at three ‘big name’ entry level beginner saws all under £200, as listed below: Stihl MS162 @ £155.00 Husqvarna 120 II @ £170 Echo CS-310 ES @ £199 and the ‘off brand’ wildcard, in the image of my initial choice, a smaller saw aimed it appears at CS-2511 WES buyers; Mitox 270 CSX @ £199 also. Your thoughts and experience with these saws would be greatly appreciated ladies and gentlemen.