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Lead Climber/Arborist/Forester

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We are looking for a flexible, motivated, and energetic individual to work within the forestry/arb department, reporting to the Head of Grounds and Forestry.
Job Title: Lead Climber/Arborist/Forester
Location: Welbeck, S80 3LL
Department: Grounds and Forestry
Job type: Full Time / 40 hours per week

We are looking for a flexible, motivated and energetic individual to work within the forestry/ arb department, reporting to the Head of Grounds and Forestry. This is a physically demanding role that requires a hardworking, committed and safety conscious individual.

If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please submit your cv and a cover letter, stating your salary expectations.

Duties will include, but not be restricted to:
• Tree climbing and chainsaw operations
• Felling and processing trees of varying sizes
• Operation of chippers and various arb/forestry equipment
• Roadside tree works and surveys
• Amenity tree works around various properties on the Estate to include tenant and private property
• Assisting with other Estate activities as and when required to include assisting with the Forestry and Grounds Teams

The successful candidate should have:
• Suitable relevant experience
• A City and Guilds NPTC level accredited certification for the use of chainsaws (CS30.1, CS30.2, CS31, CS32), or the current equivalent (essential)
• Rope access / the ability to climb (CS38.1, CS38.2. CS45, CS40)
• Spraying certificates PA1 and PA6 (not essential)
• Arb machinery experience
• Any other forestry, arboriculture qualification or relevant experience would be desirable.

Ongoing training will be provided

Welbeck employees receive a variety of benefits, for the full list click here

Interviews will be in person.

22 May 2026

Any questions?

Get in touch:
recruitment@welbeck.co.uk

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