Arborist 2nd Climber Southwark Contract £16.80 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Arborist 2nd Climber To work as part of a team of arborists to ensure the work is carried out as per the contract specification and monthly work schedules in the borough and other contracted areas as required. To provide a level of supervision whilst on site and to ensure the safety of the rest of h team and the public during working operations when the lead climber is working at height. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Responsibilities 1. To undertake a range of tree care duties including but not restricted to tree and root pruning, crown reducing, lifting, thinning, felling, root and basal growth removal, stump grinding, application of stump poisons etc. and carry out aerial rescue of colleagues when necessary. 2. To operate and carry out minor maintenance of specialist equipment to include chippers, stump grinders and saws. 3. To drive non-HGV vehicles with trailed equipment as required and where suitably licensed and undertake daily checks on the vehicle and report any problems 4. To carry out labouring work in connection with tree care works e.g. dismantling and reerecting fences, removing and replacing paving slabs, minor tarmac repairs, as well as occasionally breaking out concrete using the appropriately powered equipment. 5. To apply appropriate herbicides/insecticide/fungicide to shrubs and trees, assessing the most appropriate method of application to take account of urban pressures and environmental issues. Must also be qualified to PA1, PA6 and have a knowledge of the current projects available. 6. To carry out risk assessments and method statements of each job and complete appropriate records when the lead climber is not present. 7. To attend training sessions organised by supervisory staff and to use new equipment after training, and to carry out new methods or procedures as and when directed PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer