Job Title: Arborist / Climber
Location: Glasgow, Motherwell, Edinburgh
Contract: Casual Worker
Shifts: Monday to Friday, Days (may be required to work nights & weekends)
Pay: Competitive Day Rate
Sector: Arboriculture / Rail
We are expanding our arboriculture team and are looking for experienced Arborist Climbers to support upcoming projects across Glasgow, Motherwell and Edinburgh. In this role, you’ll help deliver safe, efficient tree maintenance and vegetation management services within a professional and safety-focused environment. You’ll work as part of a trusted team contributing to essential rail and infrastructure vegetation works.
What you’ll do:
Climb and carry out pruning, dismantling and tree removal using safe, modern techniques.
Operate and maintain tree care equipment including chainsaws, chippers and rigging systems.
Remove hazardous limbs or trees to protect colleagues, infrastructure and the public.
Deliver crown lifting, reduction and dismantling in line with industry best practice.
Conduct risk assessments, daily checks and site briefings to maintain a safe working environment.
Work collaboratively with contractors and clients, supporting strong working relationships and future work planning.
What you need
Essential
NPTC CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39 (Units 301/302/303/308/309/310)
Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety)
Previous experience as an Arborist Climber
Strong climbing and rigging skills
Forestry First Aid or First Aid at Work certificate
Knowledge of tree species, diseases and maintenance techniques
Ability to follow industry best practices and deliver high standards of work
Full UK Driving Licence
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Desirable
Woodchipper and MEWP
About Us
RSS Infrastructure (RSSI) is a leading service provider to the rail and construction industries. With over 200 full-time employees and a strong contingent workforce, we deliver high-quality services nationwide across Civils, Rail Operations, Signalling & Telecoms, Track Warning Systems, Arboriculture, Welding and more.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we actively encourage applications from reservists and veterans.
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