Arborist

Job Title: Arborist – The Crown Group

Location: Birmingham B18

Salary: £27,500 – £30,000 plus vehicle and fuel card

Would you like an exciting opportunity to join a growing business? Due to growth, we are looking for an Arborist to join our experienced team on a permanent basis.

As Arborist for the Crown Group, this role plays a crucial role in maintaining safe and efficient rail operations by ensuring vegetation near railway lines is managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Cut back overgrown vegetation, including trees, shrubs, and grass, from trackside areas.
• Remove plants obstructing signals, signage, or impeding visibility for train drivers.
• Safely fell trees and remove overhanging branches that pose a risk to railway infrastructure.
• Cut low shrubs using chainsaws and other specialist equipment following safety procedures.
• Assist with visual inspections of vegetation along rail corridors.
• Identify potential hazards (e.g., diseased trees, landslip risks) and report them to supervisors.
• Operate hand tools, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, strimmers, and chainsaws.
• Maintain and inspect equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Work as part of a team, communicating clearly with team members, supervisors, and office teams.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

• PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification.
• LANTRA or NPTC certification for chainsaw or strimming tickets.
• Basic knowledge of railway infrastructure and vegetation risks.
• Good physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions.

What We Offer

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Extra day off for your birthday.
• Holiday buy scheme and long service awards.
• Dental, Optical (including safety wear), Physical therapies, Chiropody, Health Screening, Specialist Consultations, Skin Vision.
• 24/7 GP access and support line including counselling services.
• Perks & Discounts Platform – including gym memberships, retail, travel, insurance, and entertainment discounts.

Committed to Inclusion

Crown Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Day shift, Night shift

Reference ID: ARB02