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Glebe Contractors are looking for an experienced Arb Operations Manager and Lead Climber. The job will include: Face-to-face contact with clients Organising works & ensuring they are completed on time and to a high standard Managing 2-3 teams & assisting them on site Lead Climber when required Site visits, quoting and audits. Potential to grow and expand the arb division. The ideal candidate will be: Self-motivated with a positive & willing attitude. Experience with managing teams and ability to motivate and lead the Arboricultural teams. Have the relevant tickets (e.g., in-date CS and UA certification, machinery tickets) and experience Full UK Driving Licence Good communication & management skills Advanced knowledge of tree species, diseases and general tree health If you have Mech Arb knowledge, it would be beneficial Further training can be provided where required Pay depends on experience & knowledge but will be a renumeration from £55k gross per year. This includes base wage, overtime and discretionary incentive bonus. Please email us at [email protected] with your CV for more information to find out job details & what we have to offer.

Beechwood Trees and Landscapes Ltd are a well-established, Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor, based in Coventry and covering the Midlands. We continue to show sustainable development and growth, so are looking for an Experienced Contract Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, forward thinking individual, to establish themselves within the management team of one of the most progressive tree surgery and landscape contracting companies in the industry. This is an varied and dynamic role, where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will be required to work in a busy environment, managing work projects from tender stage through to completion. You will need a relevant qualification of level 3 or above, along with good commercial knowledge in sales, health and safety, running teams and financial control. The position will require excellent people management skills to ensure the smooth running of operations to the satisfaction of our clients. Good communication, time management and administrative skills will be key. Main responsibilities will include: Tendering and pricing for work Supervision of operational staff Work planning and organisation Machinery and plant management Monitoring and implementation of H&S Client liaison Quality control Salary and benefits: Competitive Salary Company vehicle Contributory Pension Scheme Regular training and CPD Additional days holiday on your Birthday You will be part of a close working management team, that work successively together. We regularly organise and arrange social and charity events to further tighten the beechwood brand and family. If you want to join a company that values its employees, please submit a current CV and covering letter to us [email protected] Reference ID: SR15/09

Hi Folks, I thought i'd pass on this survey from the group who launched the new Arborist apprenticeship standard earlier this year. It takes about 10 minutes so if you've got any spare time please have a look at it. Full press release below. Thanks, Steve Take the Survey here: https://surveymonkey.co.uk/r/8FT53WY Following the successful launch of the arborist, forest operative and horticulture and landscape operative apprenticeships in England, earlier this year, the employer-led partnership behind the initiative is now asking the question, does industry require apprenticeships for managerial or advanced technical roles? The trailblazer partnership, which includes 50 industry employers, is now investigating if there is demand for managerial or advanced technical apprenticeships, by consulting with employers in the sector, to determine if new apprenticeships are necessary, and what skills they should contain. A coalition of arboriculture, forestry, horticulture and landscape industries have already been successfully developing apprenticeship standards since 2015, under the new process, often known as ‘trailblazer’. Trailblazers continue to be at the forefront of Government apprenticeship reforms in England and apprentices are now being recruited to the three new standards, which were announced in the summer. A fourth apprenticeship standard for horticulture and landscape supervisor, is currently in the approval process. Simon Rotheram, Managing Director of Beechwood Trees, commented: “It is vital that the industry provides feedback on the requirement of a new apprenticeship for managers. A lack of informed response now, may result in the wrong decision being made for future generations, resulting in a major skills gap for supervisor level arborists, and other supervisory industry roles, looking to develop their careers into more managerial positions.” If you think your organisation might benefit from an apprenticeship for managers or advanced technicians, it is imperative that you complete the questionnaire, before the 2nd January 2018. Take the Survey: https://surveymonkey.co.uk/r/8FT53WY https://www.trees.org.uk/News-Blog/News/Industry-asks,-should-we-have-apprentices-for-mana

Woodland & Countryside Manager – Bristol, M4, Marlborough Salary: Up to £34,000 p.a. with benefits inc bonus, car/vehicle, 22 days annual leave, pension, sick pay Location: Marlborough At the forefront of green service provision across the UK since 1989, Glendale offers innovative solutions for the total management and maintenance of the green environment. Delivering exceptional quality and striving for complete customer satisfaction, Glendale delivers an unparalleled portfolio of specialist green services. Glendale carries out a significant number of woodland & countryside management contracts throughout Dorset, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and along the M4 corridor and now require a manager to oversee and grow our business in the area. Services at this office include woodland and estates management, vegetation management, fencing, tree surgery and grounds maintenance. Based at our offices in Savernake Forest, Marlborough, the successful candidate will be a proactive manager who will be able to offer sales, operational, financial and commercial management. This is a hands on role involving monitoring the progress of teams on site and taking quick and effective action to maintain both high productivity, client satisfaction and profits. You will have full responsibility for the office order and quotes pipeline so candidates with a strong local network of contacts will be at an advantage. Candidate should be qualified in woodland or countryside management with a demonstrable wealth of experience in a similar role and hold a valid UK drivers licence. Ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards, whilst maintaining tight control of costs, programming and monitoring of work are all pivotal to the role. In addition, you will need good time management and administrative skills, display good people management, coupled with excellent communication skills. If you think your have the skills required for this position, please send your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]. Alternatively, you can send you applications direct to Helena O'Keeffe at Attwood House, John Comyn Drive, Worcester, WR3 7NS. For an informal discussion on this vacancy please call Terry Doyle, Regional Director on 01392444432 Closing Date: 16th June 2017 Glendale Managed Services are an equal opportunities employer.

Vacancy for an Arboricultural Manager for an expanding company based in Ongar, Essex. The candidate should have experience of managing teams of climbers/ groundsmen. You should be able to carry out and supervise tree surgery works for both domestic and commercial sectors, as well as conduct managerial/ administrative duties. Essential criteria includes NPTC qualifications in CS30/31/32/38 and 39 (CS41 is desirable), have a full driving licence (B+E ticket desirable), NVQ Level 3 in Arboriculture (or equivalent), Stump grinders and woodchippers, be able to liaise with clients from all sectors (such as customers, tree officers etc), understand all aspects of legislation surrounding arboricultural works. Be able to assess work required to trees (a PTI or VTA course/ qualification is desirable), quote for works according to a shedule of rates, be able to negotiate with clients over recommended works, and have an understanding of budget management. You should also be able to mentor and train junior members of staff, as well as conduct appraisal and input into training plans. Salary scale from £30- £35,000 p.a. depending on qualifications and experience. Please contact Andy at [email protected] for a full job description or to apply

We are looking for experienced team leaders and skilled arborists to join our team. For further detaile please see the careers page of Tree Surgeons Surgery | Arborists removal service felling Surrey West East Sussex Kent Please send your details to [email protected] Immediate starts available.