Surveyor - West Midlands/North West England

About the Company

As part of the RSK Group, the bts Group provides vital Vegetation Management services to electricity distributor network operators within the UK. Bts enable them to provide a resilient and sustainable service to their customers. We have offices and operations across the east of England, midlands and Scotland, and we work with over 300 skilled individuals.

About the job

We are currently seeking applications from experienced Tree Surveyors to work in and around the West Midlands/North West England (work is coordinated from our office in Telford). Applications are welcome from self-motivated individuals who are interested in making a positive contribution by undertaking surveys of trees within close proximity to overhead lines.
The role requires someone who is comfortable working on their own and who demonstrates motivation and drive, pay is linked to performance.

We value the contribution people make to our success and in return we offer a competitive benefits package including: a great place to work whilst earning a competitive salary, company pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement (plus birthday).

Preferred Skills

Essential:

• Familiar with Word and Excel programmes and able to operate software systems on Tablet hardware in the field.
• Broad tree identification and characteristics knowledge
• First Aid Certification
• UA: 1, 2.1, 5
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent map reading skills
• Strong Communication skills
• Negotiating skills
• Able to work using own initiative
• Ability to work as part of a team
• To commit to own personal development, training and learning new skills to carry out all required duties

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of strict H&S operations and its practical implications
• Practical experience of Overhead Line Vegetation Clearance Lines works up to and including 132KV, with knowledge of:
• - All aspects of vegetation clearance
• - Relevant codes of practice
• UA: 2.2
• NRSWA certification
• Lantra based tree inspection certificate
• Manual Handling Certification

Apply now

To apply to us directly please use the form below or email our HR Advisor Nicola Barnes on nicola.barnes@btsgroupuk.com including your CV.

Alternatively, call Nicola on 01449 720330 for more information. Thank you.

All candidates applying for positions with RSK Group must be eligible to work in the UK/European Economic Area.