Assistant Manager Arboriculture
Assistant Manager Arboriculture
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We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Manager to join us managing a team of Qualified Arborists!
About us
We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22000 social and affordable homes mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1000 people.
This year weve launched our fiveyear Corporate Strategy which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes services and support to our customers so weve worked with colleagues and customers to find out whats important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do and our colleagues are the people wholl help us achieve our vision which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.
Duties
- Ensure the effective management of resources under the post holders control ensuring that Incommunities requirements specifications standards and frequencies are met through the efficient and effective deployment of labour vehicles machinery plant and tools.
- Manage a team of qualified Arborist staff members.
- If required cover for the Grounds Maintenance Assistant Manager and deputise for the Grounds Maintenance Delivery Lead.
- Deal with and resolve day to day staffing issues and concerns including staff performance reviews one to ones and any disciplinary concerns sickness triggers in line with appropriate policies and procedures.
- Conduct Health & Safety training toolbox talks and surveillance covering a wide remit of Arboriculture and grounds maintenance activities including Hand and Arm Vibration noise and dermatitis monitoring.
- Record investigate and help resolve customer complaints.
- To promote manage and implement new ways of working and modernisation of the service.
- Manage facilities and to support grounds maintenance Team Leaders in the supervision of operational service delivery.
- Plan and implement tree planting schemes to offset the lost trees due to diseases Health and Safety and natural phenomenal.
- Work with the Local Authority to plan work and to ensure that all approvals have been obtained before any works are carried out within conservation areas or on trees that are protected via a Tree Perseveration Order (TPO) and Felling Licences Including road traffic closure temporary lights and signage etc.
- Manage delegated budgets ensuring effective control procedures are implemented and best value for money obtained.
- Manage arboricultural contracts including tree survey and management works and source new suppliers.
- Arrange the testing of lifting and climbing equipment to ensure it is safe to use LOLER (lifting equipment regulations) and PUWER (work equipment regulations) testing.
- Ensure the correct disposal of all generated waste including tree chip logs and roots following environmental agency policies and guidelines including Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
- Complete and maintain appropriate records including but not limited to time sheets leave requests vehicle check sheets insurance documentation accident book accident report forms road traffic incidents defect reports sickness monitoring and reporting etc.
Requirements
- Experience of supervising directing and assisting teams of people and contracts management.
- Substantial experience in arboriculture/ horticultural work programming inspection and monitoring within a range of locations woodlands private gardens with limited access and common areas.
- Substantial climbing work cable bracing arial rescue and chain saw operations.
- Experience of working from ropes ladders MEWP IPAF (mobile elevated work platforms harness work)
- City & Guilds Arboriculture (level 2 minimum) NPTC City & Guilds NPTC CS30 3132 CS34 35 38.1 38.
- NPTC Stump grinder and chipper Certification
- Experience of using IT Microsoft packages Word Excel Outlook and the internetor work purposes
- A current UK car driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes
- Respectful truthful and hardworking attitude
Benefits
- Starting salary of 37124 rising upto 40579 per year with service
- Enrollment into the Social Housing Pension Scheme
- Excellent holiday allowance that increases with service
- Training development and qualification opportunities
- Corporate health scheme membership
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Local gym membership discounts.
- A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support
Join Our Team!
Were looking for great people to join us! AtIncommunities were committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued included and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds abilities and experiencesbecause we know thatdiverse perspectives make us stronger.
Based inBradford a city known for its rich cultural diversity we servevibrant communities. As a social housing provider were passionate about making a real difference by providingsafe affordable homesandimproving lives.
Our recruitment process is designed tosupport you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments or assistance just let us know.
Were proud to be aMindful Employer committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold theCommitted Menopause Friendly Accreditation recognising the importance of support in the workplace.
Apply early!We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline.
Ready to make an impactCome work with us!
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
