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Rail Arborist

Rail Arborist

Job title: Rail Arborist

Location: Multiple Locations ( Nottingham to Wakefield)

Salary:  Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

W. Martin Fencing and Forestry Limited

At H W Martin, we specialise in fencing and vegetation management. Our expertise extends to collaborating with top civil engineering contractors, highway authorities, and rail networks. Since 1996, we’ve focused on the railway industry, steadily expanding our presence. Today, we proudly serve as the primary fencing contractor for over three-quarters of the railway network.

For more than two decades, we’ve been delivering comprehensive vegetation management services and innovative solutions. Recently, we established a dedicated ecology department, allowing us to offer a holistic approach to ecological and vegetation management. Our goal? To provide efficient, integrated solutions that make a positive impact across the UK.

We are looking for enthusiastic, highly motivated Rail Arborist to join our growing business working on Utilities, Highways and Rail.

You would also need some or all, of the following:

  • Full UK driving license is essential. Preferably with trailer towing capability up to 3,500kg.
  • Chainsaw Maintenance and cross-cutting, 201
  • Felling Small trees up to 380mm, 202
  • Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue, 203
  • Using a chainsaw from a rope and harness, 204
  • Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue, 203
  • Aerial Tree Pruning, 302
  • First Aid + F
  • CSCS/CPCS/NPORS card an advantage but not essential
  • PTS Essential
  • Hedge Trimming
  • Chipper and Brush cutter/Strimmer
  • Manually fed woodchipper operations

In return we offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Pension contributions
  • 28 days annual (inclusive of BH)
  • Generous overtime rates
  • Flexible working hours to cover evenings and weekends
  • Employee Assistant Programme, inclusive of discounts and offers across a range of high street brands.
  • Life assurance
  • Company vehicle (if required)
  • Permanent positions

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and covering letter stating how you meet our criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified persons.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice to see how we manage your data, which can be found at:

https://www.hwmartin.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/GRP_POL_006-Candidate-Privacy-Notice-300423.pdf

 

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