Tree Operative

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An exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and suitably qualified team player to be part of a well established arboricultural team based at our Denby depot.

The successful candidate will be required to have achieved NPTC in CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39 as a minimum and had at least two years climbing and chainsaw experience in this field of work. The role will involve undertaking specialist arboricultural and vegetation management work on DCC properties, highways, parks and other establishments to a high standard.

The candidate will be expected to be available for stand-by duties on a rota for out of hours call outs for tree related issues across the county for which there will be a payment.

DCC will provide all PPE, relevant climbing equipment and appropriate training or refresher courses related to your duties.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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