Tree Climber – Rail (TfL Network)
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Job Summary
We are looking for experienced Tree Climbers to join our team working on vegetation management projects across the Transport for London (TfL) network. This is a hands-on role carrying out tree works in a rail environment requiring safe climbing and rigging techniques as well as strict adherence to railway safety standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled arborist with rail experience to be part of a dedicated team keeping the railway safe and operational.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out climbing operations aerial cutting rigging and lowering techniques to safely dismantle or prune trees in line with industry and rail standards.
- Undertake vegetation clearance tree felling and maintenance works along the railway corridor.
- Work safely within the TfL rail environment complying with all Rule Book Sentinel and site access requirements.
- Ensure all works are completed to a high standard with an emphasis on safety efficiency and environmental awareness.
- Operate and maintain climbing and chainsaw equipment ensuring tools are checked serviced and compliant with relevant legislation and rail requirements.
- Complete daily risk assessments site inspections and safety briefings.
- Support colleagues on the ground including rope management lowering and processing of cut timber and arisings.
- Maintain clear communication with the site supervisor client representatives and colleagues to ensure smooth delivery of works.
- Work flexibly during night shifts weekends and rail possession/blockade windows as required.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Tree Climber/Arborist ideally within the rail industry.
- NPTC/LANTRA qualifications including:
- Chainsaw maintenance & cross cutting (CS30/201)
- Felling small trees (CS31/202)
- Aerial tree rescue (CS38/206 & 306)
- Aerial cutting with a chainsaw using free-fall techniques (CS39/308)
- PTS (Personal Track Safety) / Sentinel card essential.
- Additional qualifications desirable:
- MEWP (IPAF)
- Wood chipper
- Brushcutter/strimmer
- First Aid F (Forestry)
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety and environmental legislation.
- Physically fit with the ability to work at height and in all weather conditions.
- Full UK Driving Licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
Benefits
- 21 days holiday
- Pension scheme and death-in-service benefit
- Free car parking
- Regular training and refresher courses to maintain competencies and safety standards
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.
Strictly no agencies please
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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