Monday to Friday 40hrs per week

£21.00 p/h Umbrella/PAYE

Van & Fuel Card

Weekend work also available as ES, COSS, LXA, PS, PO, PC etc if tickets held.

Location - North East (Middlesborough, Darlington, Durham, Newcastle, Hexham, Berwick)

Position Title: Site Representative - Vegetation Management

Job Description: As a Site Representative in Vegetation Management, you will oversee the safety aspects of vegetation management teams operating on railway infrastructure. This role is ideal for a Tree Surgeon/Arborist looking to transition into a safety-focused position within the railway industry.

Responsibilities:

1. Conducting thorough site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
2. Identifying and promptly reporting any safety concerns or close calls observed during site visits.
3. Delivering comprehensive safety briefings and toolbox talks to vegetation management teams to reinforce safety protocols.
4. Compiling and submitting detailed site reports documenting observations, actions taken, and recommendations for improvement.

Requirements:

1. Possession of a valid Personal Track Safety (PTS) certification.
2. Basic proficiency in computer operations for report writing and communication purposes.
3. Valid & clean UK driver's license for transportation to various work sites.

Desirable Skills:

1. Prior experience in vegetation management or arboriculture, familiar with industry practices and hazards.
2. Possession of Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) or Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification.
3. Certification as Controller of Site Safety (COSS), demonstrating competency in overseeing safety on rail projects.

This role offers an opportunity for career advancement for individuals with a background in tree care who are passionate about ensuring safety in railway vegetation management operations. If you meet the required qualifications and are committed to maintaining high safety standards, we encourage you to apply.