At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in safe and effective railway de-vegetation works across the Midlands and Yorkshire.
- Company: Join COOMBES UK, a top Arboricultural and Forestry Contractor with 20+ years of expertise.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, annual bonuses, company vehicle, and 24/7 online GP access.
- Other info: Be part of exciting projects and enjoy regular social events and length of service awards.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the Rail industry while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: PTS, COSS, Chainsaw, Aerial Rescue, and experience in leading teams.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
As our Arborist Team Leader (COSS), you will join our Rail Arboriculture team operating on rail sites throughout the Midlands and Yorkshire regions. You will be responsible for:
- Interpreting requirements, effectively planning and delivering all elements of railway de-vegetation works.
- Effectively and safely supervising a small team in de-vegetation works, completing Risk Assessments and Team Briefings.
- Safe removal/clearance of vegetation as per contract requirements, carrying out accurate tree identification and ensuring work sites are left tidy.
- Reporting any incidents or Close Calls immediately to the appropriate person.
To be successful as our Arborist Team Leader, we would ideally like you to have the following:
- Competencies including PTS, COSS, Chainsaw, Aerial Rescue, Lead Climber, Chainsaw from Rope & Harness.
- Understanding of leading/coaching/mentoring and developing a team.
We offer a competitive basic salary, reviewed annually, along with additional benefits such as:
- Company-branded vehicle.
- Annual performance related bonus.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing, legal and financial support.
- 24/7 online GP access for you and your family.
- Retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts.
- Regular social events, including our Summer Family Day and COOMBESmas celebration.
- Length of service awards.
COOMBES UK are a leading Arboricultural and Forestry Contractor, with over 20 years experience and expertise in the Forestry sector. We have forged a strong industry reputation, and we believe we have an unrivalled skill set and peerless knowledge of Forestry work at all levels. COOMBES play a key role within the Rail industry, providing a whole manner of off-track solutions, and minor civils works, in partnership with Network Rail and other major contractors. Following recent, significant growth, we currently have some exciting projects underway in woodland management, timber harvesting, rail and civils works across the UK.
