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University of Exeter Commercial, Residential and Campus Services (CRC) This new full time post is available immediately on a permanent basis. Summary of the role This exciting position is involved in all aspects of looking after the tree stock across the Exeter campuses, which have a huge variety of trees in diverse environments including ornamental specimens and woodland settings. This climbing position is a key member of the Arboricultural team working to the highest industry standards, best practice and safety management. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to have a direct influence on the safety and presentation of the campus, working with veteran and champion trees as well as planting trees for the future. You will work with the Arboricultural manager to come up with innovative solutions and tree management practices to the many different environments that vary from a busy campus to woodland settings. You must have a passion for trees and take a sympathetic approach to their management. You will be supported in developing your skills and knowledge and be able to develop a relationship with the circa 10,000 trees on campus, working on them for long term benefit. Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role. The University of Exeter We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes. Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework). We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people. The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer. We are officially recognised as a Disability Confident employer and an Athena Swan accredited institution. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce. Benefits We offer some fantastic benefits including: 39 days leave per year options for flexible working numerous discounts at leading retailers onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England Further information Please contact Alex Adams, [email protected] or 07827957330.

Lovely community garden on Sherrys Wharf estate by the river lee, managed by neigbours. Road access on 'Jarrow Way' . Leave chips on raised central garden in the middle of the estate square please. We're also going to use the chips on our back garden , right on the river (see last pic) , but theres no road access, so we're happy to wheelbarrow through. Wood chips only please, we're after mulch to keep the soil healthy! Thanks so much!

Site access from North, car park. Please ask about the exact tipping location because we are constantly expanding the garden.

Fowberry Farms Ltd: Woodland Work We are currently looking for a woodland worker to join our small team for 2 days per week at Fowberry Estate located just East of Wooler, Northumberland. This would be as a contractor and additional days may be required on occasion. It is essential that the right person holds a City & Guilds NPTC Level 3 Award in Felling and Processing Trees Over 380mm (QCF). It is also essential that the right person is fully covered by their own insurance. It is desirable that the right person has some experience operating tractors and trailer based timber forwarders. It is also desirable that they have a basic knowledge of Continuous Cover Forestry. The personal qualities we are looking for is that the person is trustworthy and can work alone as well as part of a small team. Competitive day rate and the option of Deer Stalking permission as a proportion of pay available. If you are interested please contact the Estate Manager (Kevin Cumming) on 07468610833 or email: [email protected]

We are currently looking for a full time Forestry/Estate worker for a client owning a rural estate in Midlothian, Scotland. The ideal candidate would be • Experienced in chainsaw use holding tickets for wind blow and felling large diameter trees. • Experienced in tree planting, chemical weeding of trees and fencing. • Experienced in tractor driving. • Able to work effectively with others in a team. • Have at least 10 years experience in a similar role and be physically fit. A competitive pay and benefits package available To apply please send your CV to Andy Greathead, Smiths Gore, Haddington House, 28 Sidegate, Haddington EH41 4BU. e-mail: [email protected]

Marks Hall Estate in Coggeshall, Essex are seeking a fulltime qualified Arborist to join our friendly and professional Estate Team in developing and maintaining over 200 acres of Gardens and Arboretum open to the public. For more information or to apply please visit our website Job Vacancies | Marks Hall Gardens & Arboretum