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Arboriculture Team Leader

Location: Horsham, Surrey
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Treetex is looking for an experienced and driven Arboriculture Team Leader to join our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled arborist with a passion for tree care, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to delivering exceptional standards of work safely and efficiently.

As an Arboriculture Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading a small team undertaking a variety of arboricultural operations across commercial and critical national infrastructure locations. You will play a key role in ensuring work is completed to the highest safety and industry standards while supporting the development of team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise an arboricultural team on a daily basis.
• Undertake a range of tree work activities, including pruning, dismantling, felling, planting, and stump removal.
• Ensure all operations are carried out safely and in compliance with current health and safety legislation and industry best practice BS3998.
• Complete site-specific risk assessments and implement safe systems of work.
• Operate and maintain specialist equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, robo-flail and MEWPs.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, landowners, and members of the public.
• Accurately complete job records and report any hazards, defects, incidents, or near misses.
• Support and develop less experienced team members.
• Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment to a high operational standard with the help of our in-house workshop team.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience within the arboriculture industry.
• Relevant NPTC/LANTRA qualifications in chainsaw operation, climbing, aerial rescue, and tree work activities.
• Full UK Category B driving licence.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Sound knowledge of current arboricultural best practice, BS3998 standards, and health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

Desirable Qualifications

• Category C1 or Category C driving licence.
• MEWP certification.
• First Aid at Work + Forestry qualification.
• Level 3 Arboriculture qualification, or equivalent.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Pension scheme via Nest.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• High-quality PPE
• Work with new and modern equipment.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Supportive, friendly, and professional working environment.
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays.

About Treetex

Treetex is a professional arboricultural contractor dedicated to delivering high-quality tree care and vegetation management services. We pride ourselves on safety, workmanship, environmental responsibility, and investing in our people. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

If you're an experienced arborist ready to take the next step in your career and lead a skilled team, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person