Trees & Woodland Operative, Beecraigs Country Park, 506.53 - WEL10580 in Linlithgow

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36 hrs per week, 52.14 weeks per year - Permanent, + 7.5% Shift Allowance

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The Tree & Woodland Operative is a member of a small specialist team responsible for carrying out a full range of tree and woodland duties resulting in a well maintained and managed tree and woodland stock for the council. The work is of a varied nature and includes climbing arboriculture work on specimen trees to work in productive forestry areas owned by the council.

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A sound knowledge of current best practice in arboriculture, woodland / forestry management practices and the ability to maintain and service small plant such as chainsaws is essential.

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Candidates must have the ability to drive, be personable with good oral communication skills and have a good level of fitness.

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Essential

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Appropriate certification to SVQ Level 2 in Arboriculture or Woodland and Forestry, Tree work or equivalent experience

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Knowledge of tree species, disease and identification

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A flexible approach to work

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Self-motivated and enthusiastic

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Ability to work on your own or as part of a small team

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Good interpersonal skills and experience of working with the public

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NPTC/City and Guilds certification to: -

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• NPTC 201, 202 & 203 (CS30, CS31) Chainsaw Maintenance & Operations. Fell & Process Small Timber
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• NPTC 206 & 306 (CS38) Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue
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• NPTC 308 (CS39) Chainsaw Use from Rope & Harness. Cutting of Trees Using Free-Fall Techniques or equivalent
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Working knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act and other relevant legislation and regulations relating to tree and woodland work

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Forestry / Arboricultural knowledge/experience

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An aptitude and ability to learn and practice new skills

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Computer / tech literate

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Full UK driving licence appropriate to the section covered

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