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Tree Surgeon / Climbing Arborist£30,000 - £50,000 + Night Shift BonusStaffordshire, West Midlands, E... Tree Surgeon / Climbing Arborist£30,000 - £50,000 + Night Shift BonusStaffordshire, West Midlands, East Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding AreasLooking for a change?If you're tired of unreliable work, poor equipment, or employers making promises they never keep, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.We're recruiting experienced Tree Surgeons and Climbing Arborists to join our clients' growing highways vegetation team. The work is varied, well organised and carried out on major highway networks across the UK.With 90% of the work carried out at night, you'll benefit from quieter working environments, additional shift bonuses and consistent year-round work.What's In It For You? £30,000 - £50,000 salary depending on experienceAdditional night shift bonusMinimum 40 hours every weekFull PPE and specialist equipment providedOngoing training and paid industry qualificationsCareer progression opportunitiesInteresting highways and infrastructure projectsGuaranteed time off at ChristmasLong-term, stable work with a growing company What You'll Be Doing Tree felling and dismantlingClimbing and aerial operationsAerial rescue dutiesChainsaw operation from rope and harnessHazardous tree removalHighway vegetation managementMaintaining sightlines around road signs and infrastructureWorking safely as part of a professional team What We're Looking ForWe're keen to speak with: Experienced Tree SurgeonsClimbing ArboristsArborist ClimbersGroundsmen looking to progress into climbing roles Whether your experience comes from highways, utilities, rail, forestry or domestic arboriculture, we'd like to hear from you.Preferred Qualifications NPTC CS30/31NPTC CS38 (Climb & Aerial Rescue)NPTC CS39 (Chainsaw from Rope & Harness)Aerial Rescue CertificationCS47 / Chainsaw from MEWPIPAF / MEWP Highways Passport, ROLO or other industry tickets are beneficial but not essential.About the CompanyOur clients are a specialist highways vegetation management contractor delivering projects nationwide. Our teams carry out tree surgery, hazardous tree removal, vegetation clearance, grass cutting and seasonal maintenance on some of the UK's busiest road networks.We're investing in people, equipment and training, and we're looking for hardworking arborists who want to build a long-term career with us.Apply now and turn your tickets and experience into a rewarding career with genuine earning potential.No nonsense. Good kit. Guaranteed hours. Plenty of overtime.How to applyeRecruitSmart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.We look forward to receiving your application.

Earn £25,000 - £35,000 + Night Shift Bonus + OvertimeLocations: Staffordshire, West Midlands, Yorksh... Earn £25,000 - £35,000 + Night Shift Bonus + OvertimeLocations: Staffordshire, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding AreasLooking for a steady job, good pay and the chance to learn new skills?We're recruiting Highways Operatives to join our growing highways vegetation team. You don't need years of experience. If you're hardworking, reliable and happy working outdoors, we'll provide training and support to help you build a long-term career.What's in it for you? £25,000 - £35,000 per yearAdditional night shift bonusGuaranteed minimum 40 hours per weekOvertime availableFull training providedIndustry qualifications paid forFull PPE and equipment suppliedCareer progression opportunitiesGuaranteed Christmas shutdownLong-term, stable employment What You'll Be DoingWorking on highways projects across the UK, you'll help keep roadside vegetation safe and under control by: Cutting grass and clearing vegetationOperating strimmers, brushcutters and blowersFeeding woodchippersAssisting tree and hedge clearance teamsGeneral site maintenance and litter clearanceWorking safely as part of a professional team Most work takes place at night, helping keep road users moving while works are carried out safely.Who We're Looking ForYou may be a labourer, grounds worker, landscaper, farm worker, warehouse operative, construction worker or simply someone who enjoys practical outdoor work.We're looking for people who are: Reliable and willing to work hardTeam players with a positive attitudeHappy working outdoors in all weatherComfortable working night shiftsWilling to travel to different work locations No experience in highways? No problem. Training can be provided for the right candidates.A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential.Training & QualificationsWe can support you in gaining industry-recognised qualifications including: Brushcutter / StrimmerWood ChipperHighways PassportCSCSLANTRA TrainingBasic Chainsaw Maintenance About the companyOur client is  a leading highways vegetation management contractor delivering works across the UK. Our teams carry out grass cutting, tree work, hedge maintenance and vegetation clearance on major road networks.  With around 90% of our work taking place at night, we offer stable employment, ongoing training and genuine opportunities to progress within the business.Apply today and start building a long-term career in the highways industry.How to applyeRecruitSmart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.We look forward to receiving your application.

Plant & Excavator Operator Up to £50,000 + Night Shift BonusWork Across Staffordshire, Midlands,... Plant & Excavator Operator Up to £50,000 + Night Shift BonusWork Across Staffordshire, Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding Areas40+ Hours Per WeekPredominantly Night ShiftsGuaranteed Time Off at Christmas Looking for a Change?Do you enjoy operating machinery, working outdoors and being part of a solid team?We're looking for Plant & Excavator Operators to join a growing highways maintenance business carrying out essential vegetation clearance and maintenance works across the UK.If you've got experience on excavators, tractors or other plant machinery, we want to hear from you.What's In It For You? Up to £50,000 per year depending on experienceAdditional night shift bonusPlenty of hours availableFull PPE and equipment providedOngoing training and qualifications paid forCareer progression opportunitiesModern machinery and equipmentGuaranteed Christmas shutdownLong-term, stable employment What You'll Be Doing Operating 360 excavators (up to 10 tonnes)Driving tractors and specialist plant machineryCarrying out ditching and excavation worksSupporting vegetation and highway maintenance projectsOperating flails, mowers, tree shears and mulchers (where trained)Working as part of an experienced highways teamKeeping the road network safe and maintained What We're Looking For Previous experience operating excavators, tractors or plant machineryA good work ethic and willingness to learnAbility to work nights and travel to different sitesA focus on working safelyTeam player with a can-do attitude Bonus Points If You Have: CPCS, NPORS or CSCS CardsHighways Passport or ROLOHGV Class 1 LicenceExperience with Fastrac machineryTree Shear, Mulcher or Sidearm experienceArb or Grounds Maintenance experience Don't have every ticket? Don't worry. If you've got the right attitude and machinery experience, training can be provided.About the CompanyOur client is a well-established highways vegetation and maintenance contractor working on major road networks across the UK. Around 90% of our work takes place at night when roads are quieter, allowing us to complete projects safely and efficiently.Apply TodayIf you're experienced on machinery, enjoy working outdoors and want a well-paid role with training and progression opportunities, we'd like to hear from you.Join a growing team where your skills are valued and rewarded.How to applyeRecruitSmart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.We look forward to receiving your application.