Tree Technique Ltd

Team Leadership and Supervision:

• Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of arborists and ground crew.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities, ensuring team members understand and execute their roles.
• Responsible for the workload and allocated job sheets.
• Monitor team performance and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
• Provide training and mentorship to enhance team skills and knowledge.
• To work as part of a team undertaking a full range of tree work including pruning, felling, shaping, planting of trees, stump grinding etc using full safety and climbing equipment and to BS3998:2010 or current standards.
• Undertake tree works outside normal working hours as and when required in response to out-of-hours emergency call-outs.
• Groundsman duties as and when required.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Plan and coordinate tree care projects, including pruning, removals, and health assessments.
• Ensure all projects are completed efficiently, on time, and to client satisfaction.
• Conduct site inspections to determine work requirements and develop project plans.
• Organising and delegating to the staff on-site with the correct tools and equipment to make sure the job is carried out as efficiently and safely as possible in the given time frame.
• Ensure that the business is run as smoothly as possible and all staff work efficiently as part of a team.

Safety and Compliance:

• Enforce safety protocols and ensure team compliance with industry standards and company policies.
• Conduct safety briefings and site-specific risk assessments before starting projects.
• Monitor work sites for potential hazards and implement corrective measures.
• Day-to-day health and safety compliance.
• Respond to emergencies and manage on-site incidents effectively.
• Ensure that work is carried out effectively to achieve quality and financial objectives, ensuring the safety of all members of staff and the public at all times.
• Responsible for undertaking arboricultural works following legislation, especially concerning working on or close to the highway and putting out and collecting all road signs following Chapter 8 of the Highways Act.
• Ensure appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times and by all staff.
• Ensuring that all work is carried out safely and conscientiously in accordance with our quality policy.

Quality Control:

• Maintain high standards of workmanship and service quality.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets company standards and client expectations.
• Address any issues or complaints promptly and professionally.
• Document before/after photos on council contract work.

Client Interaction:

• Communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide professional advice on tree care.
• Assist with quotes and estimates for tree work projects.
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and addressing any concerns.

Vehicles, Machinery, Equipment, tools and Site Management:

• Ensure all tools and equipment are properly maintained and in good working condition.
• Oversee the setup and dismantling of rigging and climbing systems.
• Manage site preparation, debris removal, and clean-up activities.
• Utilise all mechanical equipment, machinery and hand tools following relevant arboricultural operations.
• Maintain all mechanical equipment and machinery used in connection with the work in a clean condition and set up machinery before use to ensure effective operation.
• When required to drive allocated vehicles following the requirements of the Highway Code.
• Check the vehicle and related plant items daily before leaving the depot this includes the following checks, oil, water, fuel, lights, tyres, brake and other requirements including power mechanisms.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Ensuring risk assessments are in order, that site organisation and work are to the required standard and reporting any defective systems/equipment that could prejudice safe work.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including tree hazard identification and site conditions.
• Prepare reports on job progress, team performance, and safety compliance.
  Document any incidents or accidents and report them to management.
• PUWER & LOLER reporting.