Utility Arborist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Aberdeen
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
SALARY
£34,757 / year
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Tree Cutting Arboriculture Chainsaw Operation NPTC Certification Driving Licence Safety Compliance Power Line Safety Climbing

FULL DESCRIPTION

Utility Arborist

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is looking for an Arborist/Tree-cutter to join their busy team. Base Location: Aberdeen, Huntly or Banff. Salary: £29,504 - £34,757 + benefits. Permanent | Full Time. #LI-Onsite

The Role

Being part of a cyclical tree cutting programme, you will work with a highly skilled team to manage trees & vegetation near our distribution network. Working with safety at the forefront, you will evaluate, prepare and carry out tree cutting works on a variety of sites. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] invests millions every year to minimise power cuts and ensure public safety. As well as installing the latest technologies, we have our in-house tree-cutting team to keep trees away from overhead lines.

You Have

  • Previous experience in tree cutting, forestry or arboriculture
  • Relevant NPTC certificate units for chainsaws, and qualifications including NPTC, UAs
  • Enthusiasm, drive, and flexible approach; occasional work away from home
  • Experience with power lines and climbing highly advantageous
  • High regard for safety
  • Current driving licence (required)

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], part of the wider [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. For reasonable adjustments, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Benefits

Flexible benefits including private healthcare discounts, gym, free GP, counselling, tech/transport loans, cycle to work, generous maternity/paternity pay.

Application

Start your online application using the Apply Now box. Only online applications accepted. Closing date: May 19 2026 - 23:55 BST.

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