MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Assistant Head Arborist
Grade 6, SCP 24 – 30 (£36,285 - £43,993)
We are looking for an experienced individual to join our Arborist team. You will be part of a team of professionals responsible for providing an excellent arboriculture service. You will undertake skilled Arboriculture duties to ensure the safe, efficient and effective completion of works within industry standards. You will plant, maintain and remove trees and other woody plants using previous knowledge of tree anatomy and biology along with climbing and trimming skills.
You must be a strong communicator, both written and verbal, be computer literate, and have previous supervisory experience. If you have experience of undertaking tree surveys with the ability to draw up risk assessments, have previous experience in arboriculture including aerial rescue, tree climbing, pruning and planting, and hold a NPTC chainsaw proficiency certificate then we would welcome an application from you.
For the above post, you must be physically fit and prepared to work outdoors in all-weather conditions. You must also hold a full clean valid driving licence.
An application form and full role details (job description) can be downloaded at www.douglas.gov.im or by contacting the HR Section on 696455.
The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is:
- Friday, 11th July 2025 at 5.00 pm
Application packs for the above vacancy can be obtained from the HR Department on 01624 696455, downloaded via the links on the right or collected from the Henry Bloom Noble Library.
Applications must be submitted no later than 17:00 on the closing date specified below.
MISS K J RICE, CHIEF EXECUTIVE,
Town Hall
Ridgeway Street
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM99 1AD
