Grow your career in tree surgery and arboriculture with Great Oaks.
At Great Oaks Tree Services, we’re more than just a company. We’re a close-knit team driven by passion and purpose.
Joining us means being part of a family-run business that values personal growth, teamwork, and continuous learning.
With our commitment to professional development and industry-leading training, you’ll have the opportunity to advance your skills while working on diverse and rewarding projects.
If you thrive on challenges, have a love for the outdoors, and want to contribute to creating greener, healthier spaces, Great Oaks is the perfect place to grow your career.
Want to find out more? Simply leave your name and contact details using the simple form below, and we’ll give you a call back to discuss starting your career with Great Oaks.
Salary: £32,000 – £33,995pa
We are seeking a Utility Surveyor to join our team. As a Utility Surveyor, you will be responsible for surveying and assessing vegetation in proximity to power lines, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. You will work closely with utility providers, tree cutting teams, and landowners to plan and coordinate vegetation management solutions.
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Training can be provided for the right candidate.
Salary: £29,000 – £31,950pa
We are seeking a Utility Arborist to join our team. The individual must have relevant industry climbing experience and a passion for working to a high standard using safe working practices.
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Additional Requirements:
Training can be provided for the right candidate.
Salary: £27,550 – £28,950pa (potential to progress)
We are seeking a recently or soon-to-be qualified Junior Arborist to join our team and grow their career. The individual must have some industry climbing experience through employment or industry placement during training. Candidates currently studying are welcome, subject to achieving their academic qualification during a period of probation/college industry placement.
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Salary: National Minimum/Living Wage – £28,950pa (DOE)
We’re looking for a hardworking and reliable Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team. The role involves carrying out a wide range of grounds maintenance tasks across commercial and residential sites – including grass cutting, hedge trimming, strimming, weeding, and litter picking. Whilst occasionally assisting with Arboriculture operations.
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Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
We’re looking for a Fully Qualified Arborist to join our growing team at Great Oaks Tree Services. You’ll be carrying out tree surgery and arboricultural work across our client sites, working alongside an experienced, safety-focused crew, with real opportunities to develop your skills further.
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Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
We’re looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to oversee a small team delivering our grounds maintenance contracts: mowing, hedge cutting, strimming and general site upkeep, across commercial and residential sites. You’ll manage daily task allocation, work quality, and health & safety on site.
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Use the form below to apply. Please ensure your CV includes your contact details, including a telephone number, the position you are applying for and details of all your relevant skills and qualifications (including any refresher training).
Careers
Climbing, grounds maintenance and utility work.Climbing, grounds and utility work.
Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor.
Last minuteAvailability
Starts Monday 19 October 2026
3 days plus 1 for assessment
£9671 place
Entry requirements: Ground Based Chainsaw Operator and Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
Book this date, Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and HarnessOr call the training office on 01772 369694