Trees & Woodland Operative, Beecraigs Country Park, 504.45 - WEL10350

<p><h2> Advert </h2><p>36 hrs per week, 52.14 weeks per year - Permanent + 7.5 shift allowance </p><p> The Tree & Woodland Operative is a member of a small specialist team responsible for carrying out a full range of tree and woodland duties resulting in a well maintained and managed tree and woodland stock for the council. The work is of a varied nature and includes climbing arboriculture work on specimen trees to work in productive forestry areas owned by the council. </p><p> A sound knowledge of current best practice in arboriculture, woodland / forestry management practices and the ability to maintain and service small plant such as chainsaws is essential. </p><p> Candidates must have the ability to drive, be personable with good oral communication skills and have a good level of fitness. </p><p><u> Essential </u></p><p> Appropriate certification to SVQ Level 2 in Arboriculture or Woodland and Forestry, Tree work or equivalent experience </p><p> Knowledge of tree species, disease and identification </p><p> A flexible approach to work </p><p> Self-motivated and enthusiastic </p><p> Ability to work on your own or as part of a small team </p><p> Good interpersonal skills and experience of working with the public </p><p> NPTC/City and Guilds certification to: -</p><ul><li> NPTC 201, 202 & 203 (CS30, CS31) Chainsaw Maintenance & Operations. Fell & Process Small Timber </li><li> NPTC 206 & 306 (CS38) Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue </li><li> NPTC 308 (CS39) Chainsaw Use from Rope & Harness. Cutting of Trees Using Free-Fall Techniques or equivalent </li></ul><p> Working knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act and other relevant legislation and regulations relating to tree and woodland work </p><p> Forestry / Arboricultural knowledge/experience </p><p> An aptitude and ability to learn and practice new skills </p><p> Computer / tech literate </p><p> Full UK driving licence appropriate to the section covered </p>