Amenity Operative - Arborist (Qualified)

Vacancy InformationHourly rate of pay: £16.70 - £17.84
Days and Hours of Work:Monday - Friday, 07:45-16:15To start asap.Job DetailsWorking within the Council’s Tree Team to provide front-line delivery of a full range of practical arboricultural & woodland management operations across East Lothian.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The East Lothian WayThe ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.Job RequirementsRelevant QualificationsSVQ3 in related discipline or equivalent experience gained through employment.
Jobholders must also hold the following certificates:- City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate – Competence in chainsaw maintenance in cross cutting.- City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate – Competence in Cross-cut timber using a Chainsaw.- City and Guilds Level 2 certificate - Competence in Felling and processing trees up to 380mm.- City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate – Competence using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness.- City and Guilds – Level 2 Certificate in Climbing Trees and Aerial rescue.
Driving LicenceA full current driving licence is essential (Category B minimum).
 Additional InformationFor additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
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