Arborist

Arborists

Location: Barnsley

Hourly rate: £16.50

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours: 40 hours a week – Monday to Friday

At idverde, we provide a range of Arboricultural Operations including tree removals, crown thinning/reductions/lifting, dead wooding and tree planting, as well as ongoing tree maintenance. We are now looking for two talented and experienced Arborists to build a new team in Barnsley. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career and be part of a dynamic, forward‑thinking team. If you’re ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we want to hear from you.

You will need to have a keen focus on safe working practice, care and maintenance of arboricultural plant, vehicles and equipment and a passion for high quality tree care, with a can‑do attitude.

We have multiple positions available at various levels, from Ground Worker to Skilled Climbers, so if this opportunity interests you and you know any experienced arborists who might be a great fit, feel free to invite them to apply with you! We’re excited to build a team of like‑minded individuals who enjoy their work, collaborate effectively and are committed to delivering the best service to our clients.

• Previous experience of working in an Arborist position.
• Awareness of safety protocols and procedures is critical to ensure the well‑being of both the surveyor and others in the vicinity of trees being assessed.
• If you hold relevant qualifications such as:
  Level 3 Maintenance (Formerly CS 30 / CS 31), Level 3 Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue (Formerly CS 38), Level 2 Operate a Chain Saw from a Rope and Harness (Formerly CS 39), Level 3 Aerial Tree Rigging (Formerly CS 41) this would be highly advantageous but not essential as training can be provided.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Eye for detail and willingness to learn.
• A valid DBS, dated within the last 6 months, would be a huge benefit. But one can be obtained by idverde for the right person.

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same – and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

• Career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in‑house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• Wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Secure future – competitive pension scheme and resources to manage finances.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation. In the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company – we're a force for positive change.

We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.