Contracts Supervisor - Arboriculture
- Scotland
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Supervising day-to-day arboriculture operations across allocated sites and contracts.
- Coordinating work crews and ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.
- Conducting on-site risk assessments, toolbox talks, and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies.
- Monitoring the quality and progress of work, resolving site issues as they arise, and reporting to the Operations Manager.
- Managing and supporting operatives on site, including overseeing attendance, performance, and adherence to procedures.
- Assisting the operations manager in keeping the client informed regarding site delivery and contract performance.
- Ensuring that all tools, equipment, and vehicles are used correctly, safely, and maintained to company standards.
- Completing required paperwork, reports, and site documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
- Liaising with other departments to ensure efficient delivery of works and resource coordination.
- NPTC/LANTRA Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue (CS38)
- NPTC/LANTRA Chainsaw from Rope and Harness (CS39)
- NPTC/LANTRA Aerial Tree Pruning (CS40) and Aerial Tree Rigging (CS41)
- NPTC/LANTRA Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting (CS30) and Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (CS31)
- Full UK Driving Licence (B + ideally BE trailer entitlement)
- Thorough knowledge of tree species, pests, and diseases
- Experience supervising arboricultural teams and coordinating site operations
- Understanding of health & safety legislation, LOLER, PUWER, and industry best practice (AFAG/FISA guidance)
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills for client liaison and team leadership
- Level 3 or above in Arboriculture or Forestry
- LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) or equivalent
- First Aid at Work + Forestry First Aid (EFAW+F)
- SMSTS or SSSTS Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme
- LOLER inspection qualification
- Experience with contract management systems and reporting
- Competitive Salary
- Company Vehicle
- Company Bonus
- Company Pension
- Company Phone & Laptop
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