Utility Arborist

The Role

We have exciting opportunities for a Utility Arborist to join our in-house vegetation management team, playing a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our transmission lines and supporting our journey towards a sustainable, Net-Zero future.

• Be involved in all aspects of vegetation management around our overhead and underground networks as well as substations and other Transmission assets to ensure utility arboriculture work is completed within a geographical area.
• Work within a highly skilled team responsible for managing trees & vegetation near the transmission network as part of our vegetation management maintenance and resilience programs.
• Understand the relevant industry legislation and safety guidelines associated with carrying out arboriculture work within the proximity off power lines.
• Carry out requested works safely, efficiently and effectively to meet delivery targets with your team.
• Be involved with both internal and external tree cutting teams to ensure work is completed to a high standard.

You Have

• Experience in tree cutting, forestry or arboriculture and relevant NPTC certificate units for the use of chainsaws, and a qualification or certificates including NPTC UA would be a bonus, however not essential
• Experience of working with power lines, and tree climbing would be highly advantageous
• Enthusiasm and drive with a flexible approach to work and an ability to adapt to changing business and project priorities
• High regard for safety, embedding yourself in our safety culture and adhering to guidelines in everything you do is a key priority
• Good communication, customer relationship skills and a commitment to providing a high-level service at all times
• Full, current driving licence due to the rural nature of the role and occasional work away from home.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve.

Benefits

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service, interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, cycle to work scheme, and generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay.

How to Apply

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