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Tree Surgeon / Arborist Climber – Hassocks, Sussex – £28,000–£42,000 (CE - 88907)


Location
Hassocks, England
Sector
Agriculture Fishing & Forestry
Salary
£28,000.00 to £42,000.00 per annum

Tree Surgeon / Arborist Climber
Tree Surgeon / Arborist Climber - Hassocks, Sussex - £28,000-£42,000

The Job:
A growing arboricultural contractor in Hassocks, Sussex, is looking for an experienced Tree Surgeon / Arborist Climber to join its team. This is a permanent, full time position covering a range of tree surgery work across different projects. You will carry out climbing, pruning, dismantling and crown reductions, working to high safety standards and delivering quality results.
The role offers the opportunity to develop your skills with a business that invests in modern equipment, training and career progression.

Key responsibilities:
- Tree pruning, maintenance and removals
- Tree dismantling, crown reductions and sectional felling
- Climbing and carrying out aerial tree work
- Operating and maintaining arboricultural equipment
- Following health and safety procedures and maintaining high standards of work
- Working effectively both independently and as part of a team

The Company:
Our client is an established and growing arboricultural contractor with a strong reputation for providing quality tree care services. The business invests in its workforce through modern equipment, ongoing training and opportunities to gain further qualifications and progress within the industry.

The Candidate:
- Minimum of two years' climbing experience
- NPTC CS30, CS31, CS38 and CS39 qualifications
- Full UK driving licence; B+E entitlement would be an advantage
- Emergency First Aid Certificate
- Good understanding of arboricultural health and safety requirements
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic and the ability to work independently and within a team

The Package:
- Salary of £28,000-£42,000, depending on experience and qualifications
- Company PPE and uniform provided
- Modern equipment and machinery
- Ongoing training and development
- Opportunities for career progression

Additional information: Interviews are taking place immediately via Microsoft Teams. Applicants should ideally be aged 21 or over to meet vehicle insurance requirements.

Please email your CV to Correy Ellis, Recruitment Delivery Consultant at CEllis@agriRS.co.uk.

Candidate Requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.

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