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Tree Surgeon - Team Leader

Brighton
Permanent

Posted

Position: Team Leader Arborist

Location: Chichester, covering the South East

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE + Overtime paid at 1.5x

Hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 16:00 (Part time will be considered)

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Please note - A full UK Driving Licence and CS38 qualification are required for you to be considered for this position.

Are you an experienced arborist with a passion for leading teams and delivering exceptional tree care services? Do you excel in a hands-on role where you can ensure safety, efficiency, and high standards? Chappell Enterprises UK is recruiting on behalf of our client, a dynamic and expanding company in the arboricultural industry. They are seeking a dedicated and proactive Team Leader Arborist to join their team.

About Our Client:

Our client, a Safe Contractor Approved business, operates across the South East, providing top-tier arboricultural services in the Commercial, Domestic, Rail, and Utility sectors. With over a decade of industry experience, they are known for their reliability, honesty, and hardworking ethos.

About the Role:

As a Team Leader Arborist, you will manage on-site operations and lead a small team in delivering a variety of arboricultural works. Based out of the Chichester depot, this role involves supervising and ensuring the safety and efficiency of all tree care activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a team on-site, ensuring work is carried out safely and to a high standard.

• Oversee site operations, including rigging, felling, chipping, and general tree maintenance.

• Conduct pre-job briefings and ensure compliance with all safety procedures and risk assessments.

• Maintain and manage tools, vehicles, and equipment on site.

• Communicate with management and clients as needed.

• Mentor junior team members and support their development.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Proven experience in arboriculture (as a climber or groundsman).

• Minimum qualifications: NPTC CS30, CS31, and CS38.

• Strong understanding of health and safety in tree work.

• Leadership ability and excellent communication skills.

• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• CS39, UA1, UA2.1–2.3, MEWP (IPAF) qualifications.

• Experience working on contracts for SSE and/or National Grid.

• Background in utility, rail, or commercial arboriculture.

Why Join our Client?

•Competitive salary: £40,000 – £45,000, depending on experience.

•Company vehicle provided from day 1.

• Comprehensive training plan with support for further qualifications.

• Regular team events and socials – fostering a positive, inclusive team culture.

• Clear pathways for career progression.

• Friendly, supportive working environment.

To Apply

If you are a proactive leader with a passion for delivering outstanding projects, we want to hear from you! Join Chappell Enterprises UK in supporting our client's mission to deliver exceptional outdoor environments!

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Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Employer, offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

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Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 1276000000000016871

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