Arborist - Highways Vegetation Management

Location: Billington

Our client is seeking skilled and dedicated Arborists to join their growing workforce. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining green spaces, and want to play a key role in enhancing the UK’s highway infrastructure, this is the opportunity for you.

Join This Expanding Team!
Locations:
Staffordshire, West Midlands, East Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding Areas

About the role
As an Arborist, you’ll be responsible for delivering safe and efficient tree work along highways, supporting a high-performing team and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This is a long-term career opportunity with excellent prospects for growth and ongoing training.

Key responsibilities:

Carry out tree surgery and vegetation management along highways
Perform climbing operations and aerial rescue in line with safety standards
Remove hazardous trees and maintain visibility for road signage
Operate chainsaws and other specialist equipment from rope and harness
Support Grounds Teams and assist with vegetation clearance
Ensure all work meets health, safety, and environmental requirements
Essential skills & qualifications:

Climbing Tickets: NPTC CS38 (Climb & Aerial Rescue), CS39 (Chainsaw from Rope & Harness)
Aerial Rescue Certification
CSCS
IPAF – MEWPs (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms)
NPTC Chainsaw: CS30, CS31a, CS31b
MEWP Chainsaw: CS47
Highways Passport / ROLO (advantageous)
Other relevant certifications welcome

Preferred experience:

Arborist Groundsman – 1 year
Tree Surgeon / Climber – 1 year
What they offer:

Competitive salary: £30,000 – £50,000 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)
Minimum 40 hours/week
Night shifts (with night bonus)
Full PPE and equipment provided
Ongoing training and development, including industry certifications
Supportive team culture focused on safety and sustainability
Opportunities for career progression within a well-established company
Guaranteed time off over Christmas
About the Company
Based in Staffordshire and operating nationwide, our client specialises in highway vegetation management, including precision tree work, large-scale grass cutting, seasonal maintenance, and full vegetation clearance. Most operations (90%) take place at night, with occasional daytime work as required.

How to Apply

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Smart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.

You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.

We look forward to receiving your application