Location
West of England
Hours
40 hours per week
Salary
£34,000 per year, with an annual salary review
About the Role
As a Tree Surgeon (Arborist) at Bromford, you will work under the guidance of a Lead Arborist alongside a Junior Arborist across the southern regions. Your responsibilities include preserving, planting, protecting, pruning, and felling trees, hedgerows, and shrubs to the highest standards, ensuring value for money and delivering exceptional customer service. You will operate a range of tools and machinery safely, respond to emergencies, and maintain the health and safety of both trees and the wider environment. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to best practice. Join Bromford, part of Bromford Flagship, a leading housing provider delivering community-focused services across the Midlands and South-West, supported by the scale and ambition of the Bromford Flagship group.
Benefits Package
Performance bonus based on individual and company-wide targets
Paid overtime opportunities regularly available on evenings and weekends
Flexible working options available
Company-provided equipment including van, mobile phone, tablet, tools, fuel card, and uniform
£500 annual personal benefits fund for private medical insurance, dental treatment, critical illness cover, or gym membership
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell up to 5 days
Choice of two pension schemes with employer contributions up to 10%
Life assurance
Wellbeing support for you and your family, including virtual GP services and mental health resources
Retail discounts on shopping, clothing, electronics, and more
Drinks card providing up to £30 per month for hot or cold drinks while working (pro rata for part-time)
Family leave supporting parental and dependant responsibilities including maternity, paternity, adoption, parental, dependent care, and carers’ leave
Bromford is recognised as a Great Place to Work with an inclusive, values-driven culture that supports diversity and flexible working arrangements to help balance work and personal life.
Experience
Previous experience as an Arborist or Tree Surgeon including pruning, felling, planting, and maintaining tree health and safety
Skilled in operating and maintaining tools and machinery such as chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, and aerial lifts
Experience delivering high-quality, customer-focused services
Knowledge of tree species, growth habits, and disease identification
Ability to assess and resolve tree health and safety issues effectively and safely
Consistent adherence to health and safety procedures to protect self, colleagues, and the public
Experience operating company vehicles safely; a full UK driving licence is preferred
About you
Motivated, skilled, and inclusive professional
Positive, proactive attitude with commitment to completing work safely and efficiently
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and services
Commitment to providing inclusive, high-quality customer service
Resilient, patient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations
Willingness to undertake further training and professional development
Qualifications
City & Guilds NPTC/Lantra Qualification in Arboriculture or Horticulture (Level 3)
IPAF 3a, 3b, and 1b Operator (cherry picker/MEWP)
CS30 (201/202) – Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting
CS31 (203) – Felling Small Trees
CS32 (301) – Felling Medium Trees
CS40 (307) – Pruning
NPTC – Chipper Operations
Other relevant certification or training in arboriculture, horticulture, or related discipline (e.g., ISA Certified Arborist or equivalent)
Full UK driving licence (trailer entitlement desirable)
Basic DBS check (provided by employer)
Practical / Technical Skills
Broad knowledge of trees, shrubs, and pruning techniques
Confident climbing ability and safe working at height
Understanding of site safety, risk assessment, and complex arboricultural operations
Strong communication and organisational skills
Competent in using mobile devices (e.g., tablets, smartphones) and Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams
