Arborist

Overview

Arborist
Salary up to £29,837 pa
Permanent – Full time – 40 hours per week
Location: Ashford, Kent

Are you passionate about preserving and protecting our natural environment?

We are looking for someone who has experience of tree works and basic chainsaw / groundwork and who thrives outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out all aspects of tree work, including felling, planting, pruning, and preservation
• Operating chainsaws, chippers, and other specialist equipment
• Contributing to the ongoing care, maintenance, and assessment of the borough’s tree stock

Supporting our arboricultural service plan you will play an active role in helping to identify emerging risks or damage caused by trees and provide advice on tree-related issues to protect public safety and property.

Qualifications

To be competent in this role it is essential that you have Chainsaw Certificates: CS30/31, CS38 & CS39 and demonstratable hands-on experience with tree work and ground maintenance equipment.

What we offer

You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to sustainable land management and public safety. We provide training opportunities, robust health and safety support, and the chance to make a visible impact in your local community.

Hybrid Working – We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working.
Competitive remuneration package – We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.

With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.

Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide

We welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community