Arborist

Arborist (Utility)
Location: Field-based across Drogheda and Cavan
Salary: Competitive based on experience
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week MondayFriday

Ground Control is expanding across the North East of Ireland and were looking for qualified Arborists to join our growing Utility Arb team.

If youre passionate about tree work safety-led operations and want to be part of a professional supportive team this could be the role for you.

What you will be doing;

As an Arborist within our Arb Utility division you will be responsible for the safe cutting removal and clearance of vegetation and trees around power lines. Youll work as part of an experienced team following strict Health & Safety procedures while delivering high-quality work in line with industry standards.

Experience in Utility Arboriculture is an advantage but not essential full support and training will be provided for the right candidate.

What Were Looking For

• Qualified Arborist (relevant arboriculture certifications required)

• Previous utility arboriculture experience (preferred but not essential)

• Strong commitment to Health & Safety

• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines

• Willingness to travel across the region

• Flexibility for occasional overnight stays depending on workload

What to expect from our recruitment process at Ground Control

We aim to make our process clear supportive and straightforwardso you always know whats coming next.

• Application review: Once you apply our Talent team will carefully review your application against the key skills for the role

• Optional video: Youll have the chance to submit a short video to showcase your skills and personalitythis is completely optional

• Intro call: If youre a good match well invite you to book a short (up to 30 minutes) telephone interview at a time that suits you

• First interview: If selected youll then take part in an interview either on Teams or in person depending on the role

• Next steps: For some roles there may be a technical assessment and a second-stage interview either on teams or in person.

Well keep you updated throughout and make sure you feel supported at every stage.

Benefits;

• Competitive salary aligned with your skills and experience

• Pension scheme helping you plan for the future

• Recognition schemes celebrating and rewarding great work

• Private GP service fast convenient access to medical support

• Life insurance providing added peace of mind

• Holiday buy scheme purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age disability gender reassignment marriage or civil partnership pregnancy or maternity race (including colour nationality ethnic or national origin) religion or belief sex sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment including training development promotion pay and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees and to creating a working environment free from discrimination harassment bullying or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity respect and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training inclusive policies and accountability at all levels.

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