Job Title:
PTS Vegetation Operatives (Climbers and Groundsmen)

We are seeking skilled and reliable PTS Vegetation Operatives, including climbers and groundsmen, for an exciting two-year project along the MLN1 line from Reading to Paddington Station. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-profile project with the potential for long-term employment. Candidates should possess a relevant collection of Lantra and NPTC Arboriculture Qualifications and demonstrate experience in vegetation management, especially in environments requiring strict safety protocols. If you are a dedicated professional looking to join a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!


Job Requirements / Duties:


Climbers:
- Perform tree pruning and removal at heights using climbing techniques and equipment.
- Ensure safety clearances along railway lines.
- Use chainsaws and other power tools for high tree work.

Groundsmen:
- Assist climbers by managing ropes and equipment.
- Perform ground-level pruning and removal tasks.
- Operate and maintain chainsaws, chippers, and other machinery.
- Clear debris and manage vegetation disposal.
- Strimming and hedge cutting works.


Pay rate:
Between £140 - £180 per day (8 hour shifts) depending on level of experience, tickets / qualifications etc

Working Hours:
- 8 hours on site


Project Duration:
- Start Date: First week of August
- Estimated Finish Date: Two years from start date


Site Address:
- Various locations across the MLN1 line (Reading to Paddington station)


Qualifications:

PTS Card

Lantra and NPTC Arboriculture Qualifications (including Small Tools and Chipper Tickets):

Lantra Qualifications:
- Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-Cutting (replaces CS30)
- Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (replaces CS31)
- Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm (replaces CS32)
- Dealing with Multiple Windblown Trees (replaces CS34 & CS35)
- Access a Tree using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue (replaces CS38)
- Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-Fall Techniques (replaces CS39)
- Aerial Tree Pruning (replaces CS40)
- Aerial Tree Rigging (replaces CS41)
- Use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP (replaces CS47)
- Woodchippers - City & Guilds IA
- Brushcutters & Trimmers - City & Guilds IA
- Stumpgrinders - City & Guilds IA
- Hand Held Hedge Trimmers - Lantra ITA
- Clearing Saws – up to and over 50mm
- Mowers – Ride On and Pedestrian
- Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP’s)
- Safe Use of Pesticides – Mandatory Unit (replaces PA1)
- Pesticides – Hand Held Applicators (replaces PA6)
- Safe Use & Application of Pesticides Using Hand Held Equipment (replaces PA1 & PA6 Units 101, 151 & 152)
- Safe Use of Pesticides Using Hand Held Equipment – Various Units (PA6PP, PA6INJ & PA6MC)
- Hand Held Stem Injection (replaces PA6INJ)
- Hand Held Applicators for Stump Treatment Applications (replaces PA6MC)
- Safe Application of Pesticides Using Boom Sprayers (replaces PA2)
- Safe Application of Pesticides Using Specialist Equipment (replaces PA(SC))
- Emergency First Aid At Work +F


NPTC (City & Guilds) Qualifications:

- Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting
- Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm
- Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm
- Level 2 Award in Dealing with Multiple Windblown Trees
- Level 2 Award in Accessing a Tree using a Rope and Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue
- Level 2 Award in Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-Fall Techniques
- Level 2 Award in Aerial Tree Pruning
- Level 2 Award in Aerial Tree Rigging
- Level 2 Award in Using a Chainsaw from a MEWP
- Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Brush-cutters and Trimmers
- Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Wood-chippers
- Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Stump-grinders
- Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides


Candidates are not required to possess all listed qualifications but must have a relevant collection of tickets to be considered for the role. We will accept a combination of Lantra and NPTC Arboriculture Qualifications, such as Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-Cutting, Felling & Processing Trees, Aerial Tree Rescue, and the Safe Use of Woodchippers, Brushcutters, and Pesticides, among others. Please review the full list of accepted qualifications to ensure you meet the necessary criteria for consideration.

If you feel you meet the above criteria and are interested in the role then please apply.