Arborist - Highways Vegetation Management

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.