Arboriculture Team Leader / Climber Location: Templepatrick, BT39 0RA Salary/hourly rate: £14.50 to £16 per hour Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM About the role As an Arboriculture Team Lead, you will take a leading role in overseeing arboricultural operations, ensuring that all tree surgery and forestry tasks are performed to the highest standards. Your responsibilities will include managing daily activities, coordinating area-based teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You will focus on the planning and performance of arboricultural works, fostering a safe and efficient work environment. Working closely with internal teams and clients, you will help drive operational excellence, support team development, and uphold the company's reputation in forestry and arboriculture services. Requirements This role will require Level 3 Maintenance (Formally CS 30 / CS 31) and Level 3 Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue (Formally CS 38), Level 2 Operate a Chain Saw from a Rope and Harness (Formally CS 39), Large fall over 380mm and Level 3 Aerial Tree Rigging (Formally CS 41) Proven experience as an Arborist Full Clean Driving Licence. Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and staff at all levels. Experience in managing teams and performance. Strong knowledge of Health & Safety procedures and risk management. Ability to train, guide, and mentor others in arb techniques Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. What we offer We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Support for personal and professional challenges. Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Resources to manage your finances. Secure your future. Colleague of the month and annual awards. Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Comprehensive resources and support. About the client Our client are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. They understand what it means to grow. Their history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. They offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.