Tree Surgeon

Tree Surgeon / General Forestry Operative Location: Leicestershire, Mountsorrel (Depot-based) Pay Rate: Competitive / TBC (Awaiting final rate confirmation) Position Type: Full-Time Are you an experienced Forestry or Arboriculture professional looking for your next challenge? Leicestershire County Council is seeking a dedicated General Forestry Operative / Tree Surgeon to join our environmental team . If you take pride in managing local trees, hedges, and green spaces while upholding top-tier safety standards, we want to hear from you! The Role As a Tree Surgeon / General Forestry Operative, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the natural environment across the county . You will work hands-on across a variety of grounds and forestry projects, delivering works in full compliance with BS3998 2010 standards . Key Responsibilities: Carry out essential ground works for tree felling, dismantling, and surgery . Process felled trees, timber, and brash safely and efficiently . Execute hedge trimming, hedge layering, strimming, and planting schemes . Operate traffic control and site safety equipment on or near highways . Maintain tools, chainsaws, and machinery to high operational standards . What We Are Looking For We are seeking candidates with strong practical experience, relevant NPTC tickets, and a sharp focus on health and safety . Essential Qualifications & Skills: Education: Nationally recognised Certificate in Arboriculture or Horticulture . NPTC Qualifications: Chainsaw Operation & Maintenance Tree Felling Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue Use of Chainsaw from a Rope & Harness Pesticide Application: PA1 & PA6 Certificates . Highways & Traffic Management: NRSWA Operative qualification and Chapter 8 Traffic Management knowledge . Licence: Valid Driving Licence (ability to tow/manoeuvre trailers or holding an LGV/CPC licence is highly advantageous) . Important Information Safety-Critical Role: This post is designated as Safety Critical . Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment health assessment and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing . Working Conditions: The position is depot-based, working outdoors in all weather conditions . Flexibility for out-of-hours, night, weekend, or emergency call-out duties may be required . How to Apply If you meet the requirements and are ready to contribute to Leicestershire's urban and rural landscape, submit your application today! TPBN1_UKTJ