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Our client is looking for hardworking and reliable General Operatives to support their highways vege... Our client is looking for hardworking and reliable General Operatives to support their highways vegetation management operations. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining green spaces, and want to contribute to keeping the UK’s roads safe and clear, this is the perfect opportunity for you.Join This Expanding Team!Locations: Staffordshire, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding AreasAbout the roleAs a General Operative, you’ll assist with a variety of tasks to ensure highways remain safe and well-maintained. This is a long-term career opportunity with excellent prospects for growth and ongoing training.Key responsibilities: Operate strimmers and blowers for vegetation clearanceFeed chippers and assist with machinery operationsCarry out general site maintenance and litter pickingSupport arborist and grounds teams with labouring tasksEnsure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards Essential skills & tickets: NPTC Brushcutter/Strimmer TicketWood Chipper TicketBlower Operation Training (or experience)Highways Passport / ROLO (advantageous)CSCS Card (preferred)Basic Chainsaw Maintenance Ticket (optional but beneficial)LANTRA Litter Picking Ticket Full UK Driving Licence (preferred) What they offer: Competitive Salary: £25,000 – £35,000 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)Minimum 40 hours/weekNight shifts (with night bonus)Full PPE and equipment providedOngoing training and development, including industry certificationsSupportive team culture focused on safety and sustainabilityOpportunities for career progression within a well-established companyGuaranteed time off over Christmas About the companyOperating nationwide from Staffordshire, our client specialises in highway vegetation management, including tree work, grass cutting, seasonal maintenance, and full vegetation clearance. Most work (90%) is carried out at night, with occasional daytime shifts.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.

Our client is seeking skilled and dedicated Tree Surgeon / Arborists to join their growing workforce... Our client is seeking skilled and dedicated Tree Surgeon / Arborists to join their growing workforce. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining green spaces, and want to play a key role in enhancing the UK’s highway infrastructure, this is the opportunity for you.Join This Expanding Team!Locations: Staffordshire, West Midlands, East Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding AreasAbout the roleAs a Tree Surgeon / Arborist, you’ll be responsible for delivering safe and efficient tree work along highways, supporting a high-performing team and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This is a long-term career opportunity with excellent prospects for growth and ongoing training.Key responsibilities: Carry out tree surgery and vegetation management along highwaysPerform climbing operations and aerial rescue in line with safety standardsRemove hazardous trees and maintain visibility for road signageOperate chainsaws and other specialist equipment from rope and harnessSupport Grounds Teams and assist with vegetation clearanceEnsure all work meets health, safety, and environmental requirements  Essential skills & qualifications: Climbing Tickets: NPTC CS38 (Climb & Aerial Rescue), CS39 (Chainsaw from Rope & Harness)Aerial Rescue CertificationIPAF – MEWPs (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms)NPTC Chainsaw: CS30, CS31a, CS31bMEWP Chainsaw: CS47Highways Passport / ROLO (advantageous)Other relevant certifications welcome   Preferred experience: Arborist Groundsman – 1 yearTree Surgeon / Climber – 1 year What they offer: Competitive salary: £30,000 to £50,000 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)Minimum 40 hours/weekNight shifts (with night bonus)Full PPE and equipment providedOngoing training and development, including industry certificationsSupportive team culture focused on safety and sustainabilityOpportunities for career progression within a well-established companyGuaranteed time off over Christmas About the CompanyBased in Staffordshire and operating nationwide, our client specialises in highway vegetation management, including precision tree work, large-scale grass cutting, seasonal maintenance, and full vegetation clearance. Most operations (90%) take place at night, with occasional daytime work as required.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.