Job Description
*Job Description:*nnnVMS is currently recruiting experienced Utility Arborists to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term stable work delivering high-quality vegetation management.nnn*Key Duties:*nnn* Tree climbing, aerial pruning, and rigging operationsnn* Safe tree felling, dismantling, and vegetation clearancenn* Operate chainsaws, MEWPs, and other tools in line with PUWER & LOLERnn* Adhere to health and safety guidelines and complete POWRA & RAMSnn* Collaborate with site managers, site supervisors, and contractorsnn* Identify tree species and assess growth patterns and risksnnn*Required Experience:*nnn* Previous work in utility arboriculture or near power linesnn* Excellent knowledge of arboricultural safety standardsnn* Ability to work as part of a small, skilled teamnn* Physically fit and confident working at heightnn* Full UK Driving Licence requirednnnEssential Qualifications: (Must be refreshed within the last 5 years)nnn* UA301 – UA305nn* CS30 – CS41nn* MEWP / IPAF Certificate (Essential for UKPN projects)nn* Chainsaw Use from MEWPnn* Forestry First Aid (+F)nn* Manual Handling & Woodchippernnn*About VMS*nnnOur drive and focus is working with our clients, bringing solutions to the table and always delivering on our promises.nnnOur culture demonstrates complete passion towards the work that we carry out. We have developed a highly skilled and experienced workforce designed to provide the quality of service our clients expect, whilst adopting best practice safety processes.nnnWe specialise, where others fear to go; delivering our services within the rail sector, in and around water, as well as more conventional public, highways and commercial spaces.nnnWe have a huge focus on health, safety, quality and environmental standards, to ensure we protect our workforce safety, whilst being environmentally responsible and sustainable.nnnAs part of our commitment to our team, we provide a competitive salary and *29 days holiday per year, 33 from April 2026*. Join us in nurturing our green spaces while contributing positively to the environment!nnnWe are proud to share with you our accreditations and certificates which can be accessed here: https://www.vmsltd.net/accreditations/nnnJob Type: Full-timennnPay: Up to £33,800.00 per yearnnnBenefits:nn* Additional leavenn* On-site parkingnnnWork Location: In personnnnnReference ID: Utility Arborist
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