Oxford Botanic Garden, Rose Lane, Oxford OX1 4AZ and Harcourt Arboretum, Oxford Lodge, Peacock Gate, Nuneham Courtenay, Oxfordshire OX44 9PX
About the role
The Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum inspires people with the scientific wonder of plants through internationally important living collections. You will join a small, enthusiastic arboriculture team, helping to maintain and develop the Arboretum's outstanding collection while contributing to a welcoming visitor experience. You will undertake a wide range of arboricultural operations including tree inspection, pruning, climbing, habitat management and grounds maintenance. You will also support public events, educational activities, volunteers and trainees, maintain equipment to a high standard, and work safely in accordance with industry guidance while helping to conserve biodiversity. This is a permanent, full-time position, working 36.5 hours per week.
About You
- You will hold an ND, NVQ or NCH qualification in Arboriculture or a related subject together with proven practical arboricultural experience.
- You will have knowledge of a wide range of woody plants and hold the relevant NPTC chainsaw and climbing qualifications, including CS30.1, CS30.2, CS31, CS38 and CS39.
- You will be an effective team player with a strong commitment to safe working practices and excellent standards of customer service.
- Experience within a public arboretum or botanic garden, a full clean driving licence and additional qualifications such as MEWP, pesticide application or basic tree inspection would be advantageous.
What We Offer
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days of annual leave
- A comprehensive range of childcare services
- Family leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
Diversity
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible. If you require the job description or any other materials in an alternative format, or if you would like to request any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process,
Arborist in Oxford employer: University of Oxford
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