Arborists
Location: South Wales
Salary: Competitive + overtime opportunities
We’re looking for 2 experienced Arborists/Climbers to join our South Wales team. You’ll be part of a skilled crew carrying out all aspects of Arboricultural work from climbing and rigging to felling, pruning, and complex tree removals while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
What You’ll Do
1. Carry out all tree works including climbing, rigging, felling, pruning, crown lifting, and reductions.
2. Operate and maintain arborist equipment and vehicles to high standards.
3. Conduct tree inspections and apply treatments for pests and diseases.
4. Implement safe systems of work and comply with all H&S and environmental requirements.
5. Work collaboratively with your team to deliver projects efficiently and professionally.
What You’ll Bring
Essential:
6. NPTC CS30 – Chainsaw maintenance & crosscutting.
7. NPTC CS31 – Fell & process small trees.
8. NPTC CS36 – Cross-cut & fell larger trees.
9. NPTC CS38 – Tree climbing & aerial rescue.
10. NPTC CS39 – Aerial cutting with a chainsaw.
11. Experience operating chippers, stump grinders, and MEWPs.
12. Physically fit, safety-focused, and a strong team player.
Desirable:
13. First Aid + Forestry.
14. Full UK driving licence (B+E preferred).
15. 3–5 years’ climbing experience.
16. Awareness of working near electricity.
17. Maths and English GCSEs or equivalent.
If you’re an experienced climber who takes pride in quality work and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.
Join Ground Control – where your arb skills help shape safer, greener environments.
Apply today.
Why join us:
Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.
Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.
Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:
23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
Robust pension scheme
Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
Free or subsidised national gym memberships
Employee Recognition Scheme
Ground Control
Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.
We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.
If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.
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Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.