At a Glance
- Tasks: Climb trees, prune, and manage vegetation safely and effectively.
- Company: Join VMS, a passionate team dedicated to quality and safety in arboriculture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 29 days holiday, and on-site parking.
- Other info: Join a skilled team with a focus on health, safety, and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on the environment while nurturing green spaces.
- Qualifications: Experience in utility arboriculture and a full UK Driving Licence required.
The predicted salary is between 33800 - 33800 £ per year.
VMS is currently recruiting experienced Utility Arborists to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term stable work delivering high-quality vegetation management.
Key Duties:
- Tree climbing, aerial pruning, and rigging operations
- Safe tree felling, dismantling, and vegetation clearance
- Operate chainsaws, MEWPs, and other tools in line with PUWER & LOLER
- Adhere to health and safety guidelines and complete POWRA & RAMS
- Collaborate with site managers, site supervisors, and contractors
- Identify tree species and assess growth patterns and risks
Required Experience:
- Previous work in utility arboriculture or near power lines
- Excellent knowledge of arboricultural safety standards
- Ability to work as part of a small, skilled team
- Physically fit and confident working at height
- Full UK Driving Licence required
Essential Qualifications: (Must be refreshed within the last 5 years)
- UA301 – UA305
- CS30 – CS41
- MEWP / IPAF Certificate (Essential for UKPN projects)
- Chainsaw Use from MEWP
- Forestry First Aid (+F)
- Manual Handling & Woodchipper
About VMS:
Our drive and focus is working with our clients, bringing solutions to the table and always delivering on our promises. Our culture demonstrates complete passion towards the work that we carry out. We have developed a highly skilled and experienced workforce designed to provide the quality of service our clients expect, whilst adopting best practice safety processes. We specialise, where others fear to go; delivering our services within the rail sector, in and around water, as well as more conventional public, highways and commercial spaces. We have a huge focus on health, safety, quality and environmental standards, to ensure we protect our workforce safety, whilst being environmentally responsible and sustainable. As part of our commitment to our team, we provide a competitive salary and 29 days holiday per year, 33 from April 2026. Join us in nurturing our green spaces while contributing positively to the environment!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £33,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Utility Arborist
We’re Hiring: Arborist (Full Time) (Permanent) employer: VMS Ltd
At VMS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, fostering a culture of passion and commitment to quality service in the arboriculture sector. Our team enjoys competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and comprehensive training opportunities, all while working in a supportive environment that prioritises health, safety, and environmental responsibility. Join us in making a meaningful impact on our green spaces and advancing your career in a company that values your growth and well-being.
