Scottish Woodlands Utilities Division is an established contractor in the industry and our work comprises vegetation and fencing contracts and a wide variety of minor civils works throughout Scotland.
As business in the Utilities division continues to grow, we have a continuous recruitment drive open for Experienced Arborists, Forestry Operatives, Chainsaw Operators, Plant Operators, Harvester and Forwarder Operatives to join our expanding team.
You will work on our utility vegetation management contracts primarily in relation to new or existing transmission powerlines, railways, and general forestry work. Duties will include utility tree chainsaw operations, assisted felling operations, tree climbing operations, chipper operations, felling on steep and wet ground, felling to forestry machines, roadside vegetation removal and small-scale felling operations.
Experience and certification at chainsaw or arboriculture would be desired for this role, however, training can be available for the right candidates. To be successful in this role, you must be self-motivated, show initiative and be capable of working as part of our expanding professional team. You should also be willing to work in all weather conditions and have knowledge of working in remote environments.
All applicants will be required to undergo an employment medical examination including a drugs and alcohol screening. Applicants should also hold a full driver’s licence.
Scottish Woodlands offers nightshift supplement for weekdays and weekends, subsistence for equipment, subsistence for staying away from home, storm cover allowance and annual bonus scheme. Potential earnings ranging from £40,000.00 per annum to £65,000.00 per annum (inclusive of overtime, bonuses, subsistence).
Other benefits includes pension scheme, life assurance, employee assistance programme, cyclescheme and the opportunity for equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants will also be given excellent training opportunities and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice on the careers section of our Webpage.
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