Utility Arborist – Outdoor Arboriculture Role

About the role

Join a supportive, future‑focused team that maintains vegetation around power lines and network assets. This physically active, outdoor position offers variety, challenge and the chance to apply and expand your arboriculture expertise while contributing to a safe and reliable electricity network.

Key responsibilities

• Trim and fell trees safely around overhead distribution systems.
• Support fault response work and emergency vegetation clearance.
• Deliver vegetation management services for both network and private customers.
• Operate modern equipment, including elevated work platforms and climbing gear.
• Maintain accurate records using mobile technology and software.

Required profile

• Relevant arboriculture qualification (Level 4 Certificate or equivalent).
• Utility Arborist qualification preferred or willingness to obtain it.
• At least 1 year of arboriculture experience, including EWP and climbing.
• Full Class 2 driver licence (Class 1 minimum required).
• Good understanding of vegetation maintenance around overhead lines.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• Strong communication focus on safety and quality.

Required skills

• Arboriculture qualification
• Utility Arborist qualification
• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) operation
• Tree climbing techniques
• Class 2 driver licence
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Competitive salary package
• Company health insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact in the local community
• Work‑life balance in a stunning coastal setting
• Values‑driven, collaborative environment with a focus on safety
• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture