Tree Surgeon jobs in Silloth

About US

At VMS Ltd, our focus is simple: delivering safe, innovative and reliable vegetation management solutions while always delivering on our promises. Working across rail, highways, utilities, waterways, local authority and commercial environments, we specialise where others fear to go.

Our people are our greatest asset. We invest heavily in training, development and wellbeing, creating long-term career opportunities through our Lantra Approved Training Division, VMT Training.

Benefits of joining VMS:

• Competitive base salary up to £36,400
• Performance bonus scheme with opportunity to earn up to 20% additional pay
• Paid overtime opportunities
• 33 days annual leave
• Full PPE and specialist equipment provided
• Ongoing accredited training, refresher qualifications and planned career progression
• Varied work in specialist sectors and challenging environments

Job Overview

Due to continued growth and increasing contract awards, we are seeking experienced Aerial Arborists to join our expanding teams.

Job Description

The role involves aerial tree work, dismantling, pruning, vegetation clearance and supporting ground operations across a diverse range of contracts. Travel, occasional overnight stays and some weekend work may be required.

Skills, Knowledge and Accreditations

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong teamwork skills;
• Punctuality;
• Adaptable attitude
• Minimum 5 years relevant arboricultural experience.

Essential

• Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting Felling & Processing up to 380mm;
• Access a Tree & Aerial Rescue;
• Aerial Cutting of Trees Using Free-Fall Techniques.

Desirable Criteria

• Rigging
• UA1
• UA2.1
• UA2.2
• First Aid +F
• Manual Handling.