Trainee Arborist – Vegetation Management

Trainee Arborist - Vegetation Management

Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week
£13.00 per Hour
Location: Cheshire / Birmingham

The Crown Group is looking for a motivated and reliable Trainee Arborist to join our growing Vegetation Management team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career within the arboriculture and railway vegetation management industry. No previous arboricultural experience is essential, as training and development will be provided.

You'll work alongside experienced arborists and vegetation management professionals, gaining practical, hands-on experience while working towards the skills and qualifications needed to progress within the industry.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Trainee Arborist, you'll support our teams on a variety of vegetation management projects, including:

• Carrying out vegetation clearance and management along railway infrastructure and other sites
• Cutting back trees, shrubs and overgrown vegetation
• Assisting qualified arborists with tree felling, pruning and dismantling operations
• Learning to safely use chainsaws, brushcutters and other specialist arboricultural equipment
• Processing timber, branches and vegetation using woodchippers and associated equipment
• Helping maintain safe clearance around railway signals, signage, structures and infrastructure
• Assisting with site set-up, maintenance and general arboricultural operations
• Following site-specific risk assessments, method statements and safety procedures
• Developing your knowledge of arboriculture, vegetation management and railway safety

As your experience and competence develop, you'll have the opportunity to take on greater responsibility and work towards further industry qualifications.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in developing a career in arboriculture
• Is keen to learn and develop new practical skills
• Enjoys working outdoors and is comfortable working in varying weather conditions
• Has a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Works well as part of a team
• Is reliable, safety-conscious and willing to follow instructions
• Is flexible regarding working locations and hours when required
• Is comfortable carrying out physically demanding work

A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What We Offer:

• £13.00 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Structured training and development
• Opportunity to gain industry-recognised qualifications
• Genuine career progression within Arboriculture and Vegetation Management
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Long service awards
• Company events

Cashback Medical Cover, including support towards:

• Optical care, including safety eyewear
• Physical therapies
• Health screening
• Specialist consultations
• Skin and vision services

You'll also receive 24/7 GP access, counselling and support services, plus access to our Perks & Discounts Platform, offering savings on gym memberships, retail, travel, insurance and entertainment.

Build a Career With The Crown Group

This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to learn a skilled trade and develop a long-term career within a growing industry.

For the right person, there will be opportunities to gain further qualifications, develop specialist arboricultural skills and progress into more experienced roles within our Vegetation Management team.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Work Location: In person

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