Arborist Team Leader in Shirley

Salary: 31,200 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 07:30am - 16:00 pm

Location: Moat Lane Depot, Moat Lane, Solihull, B91 2LW

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

• 20 days of annual leave
• Access to our company/people’s pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid day’s leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you’ll be doing:

• Report to the Supervisor at the beginning of each shift to receive daily work assignments and instructions, utilizing company-issued tablets to compile and review the day’s workflow, schedules, and priority tasks.
• Conduct thorough daily pre-use inspections of all assigned vehicles and plant machinery to ensure operational safety and compliance, checking fluid levels, tire pressure, safety equipment, and identifying any maintenance issues before commencing work.
• Supervise and coordinate the crew throughout the workday, delegating tasks effectively based on individual skills and experience levels while maintaining clear communication to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
• Monitor work progress continuously and organize tasks dynamically to adapt to changing priorities, ensuring all assigned work is completed to quality standards within the designated timeframe.
• Maintain accurate digital records by logging all completed tasks, equipment usage, materials consumed, and any incidents or delays on the tablet system, ensuring real-time documentation and accountability for reporting purposes.

What we’re looking for:

Essential qualifications:

• City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Manually Fed Wood-chipper
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 2, Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 2, Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 2, Tree Climbing and Rescue
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 3, Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Felling and Processing Medium Trees over 380mm and up to 760mm desirable

Essential Skills/requirements:

• A full UK driving license
• Have relevant Arboricultural experience
• IPAF Certificate desirable
• First Aid training
• A demonstrated understanding of Health and Safety at Work regulations.
• Proficiency in conducting Risk Assessments and the ability to effectively communicate the findings to team members.
• Proven Team Leadership experience

What’s next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We’re proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we’re also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We’re dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We’re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.