AWD RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Arborist / Vegetation Operative
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Arborist / Vegetation Operative
Join a skilled outdoor team delivering vegetation clearance, tree surgery, and infrastructure support.
SALARY
Competitive Salary + Benefits
LOCATION
Polegate, East Sussex
JOB TYPE
Full-Time, Permanent
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an opportunity to contribute to varied outdoor work across highways, utilities, and commercial projects.
Working as an Arborist / Vegetation Operative offers a practical mix of vegetation clearance, tree surgery, and ground-based activity, with safe working at the heart of each project.
The Arborist / Vegetation Operative will use tools and machinery including chainsaws, chippers, and strimmers, supporting climbing and aerial operations where appropriately qualified.
As part of the Polegate team, the Arborist / Vegetation Operative will work independently and collaboratively to help deliver reliable, high-quality work.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Arborist / Vegetation Operative include:
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- Tree Surgery and Vegetation Clearance: Carry out tree surgery, vegetation clearance, and ground-based works
- Safe Working Practices: Follow site requirements and support safe working practices
- Tools and Machinery: Operate chainsaws, chippers, strimmers, and other relevant equipment
- Climbing and Aerial Support: Assist with climbing and aerial operations where appropriately qualified
- Infrastructure Support: Contribute to works across highways, utilities, and commercial projects
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
- Previous experience in arboriculture or de-vegetation
- CS30/31
- Chainsaw experience
- Industry-relevant tickets
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
- Reliable and punctual
DESIRABLE
- CS38/39 climbing and aerial rescue
- Utilities experience
- First Aid (Forestry)
- MEWP certification
- Chapter 8 signing, lighting, and guarding
- CSCS card
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HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF
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