Utility Arborist Role Available – Reading AreaSalary: £16 - £18 an hour. * Between 37 hour and 50 hours working week * Access to a company vehicle * A range of benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeingAbout the RoleOur client invests millions each year to ensure their network remains in the best possible condition, minimising power cuts and ensuring public safety. During high winds and storms, trees can impact equipment and cause power cuts. To prevent this, trees are cut down or trimmed back to keep the lights on. In addition to installing the latest technologies and regular maintenance, the in-house tree-cutting team ensures vegetation is kept away from overhead lines and equipment.As part of a cyclical tree-cutting program, you'll work with a highly skilled team to manage trees and vegetation near the distribution network. Safety is paramount in all activities, and you will work with your team to evaluate, prepare, and carry out tree-cutting works on various sites.What Do You Need?To be considered for this role, we are looking for candidates with: * Previous experience in tree cutting, forestry, or arboriculture; similar capacity experience is also considered * Relevant NPTC certificate units for the use of chainsaws and qualifications/certificates including NPTC UA * Enthusiasm and drive with a flexible approach to work and the ability to adapt to changing business and project priorities; occasional travel and working away from home may be required * Experience working with power lines and climbing is highly advantageous * A high regard for safety, embedding yourself in a safety culture and adhering to guidelines in all activitiesBenefits * An excellent package * Enhanced maternity/paternity leave * Discounted healthcare * Salary sacrifice car leasingAbout Our Client's BusinessOur client helps to keep millions of homes and businesses in communities across central southern England powered. Their team of more than 4,200 highly skilled individuals ensures customers remain connected to a safe and reliable electricity supply while developing the flexible networks vital for the future. They power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow.Join our client's team and help power change. They seek great people who love working with others to achieve outstanding results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for customers and take accountability for your work. As part of a bigger team enabling net-zero, teamwork is essential. Become part of an established company with a reputation for looking after people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is the number one priority