Tree Surgery / Grounds Maintenance / Habitat Management (Full Time)
| Posting date: | 26 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,400 to £27,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable and depending upon experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 February 2026 |
| Location: | South West England, UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Kingfisher Ecology Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are seeking an ambitious, motivated and competent team player who is a confident communicator with enthusiasm and skills to join our friendly and busy consultancy based on the South Wiltshire/Hampshire border.
As a part of our Habitats Team you will be working as part of a small team undertaking wildlife habitat management across central and southern England. All equipment and training will be provided. This role will be suited to an experienced tree surgeon / grounds maintenance operative with a desire to work towards being a team leader.
Primary duties will include:
-Tree surgery
-Habitat management
-Habitat restoration and creation
-Working within a small team
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
-Self-motivated, confident and enthusiastic with a keen desire to learn
-Proven experience working effectively within a team
-1+ years’ experience working in grounds maintenance
-A full clean driving licence and access to own vehicle
-Level 2 Award in Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue (CS38)
-Level 3 Award in Aerial Tree Pruning (CS40)
-Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Felling and Processing Large Trees Over 760mm Unit 305
-Interest in wildlife habitat management
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
-Valid CSCS Card
-IPAF Operator Training Certification for Static Boom (1b), Mobile Vertical (3a) and Mobile Boom (3b)
-FAA Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid (RQF)
Salary and Benefits:
-Salary £25,400 - £27,000 per annum negotiable and depending upon experience
-21 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
-Flexible working arrangements can be agreed – potential to work from home occasionally
-Support in achieving a healthy work-life balance
-Training stipend and opportunities throughout the year for Continual Professional Development (CPD)
-Training on a wide range of survey skills
-Funding toward professional memberships
-Advice and guidance toward achieving your career goals
About Us: Kingfisher Ecology Ltd is an Ecological, Arboricultural and Sustainability Consultancy based in South Wiltshire, working across the South of England from Devon to Kent and up to the Welsh borders and across to East Anglia. We have a reputation for excellence in technical delivery and a professional and pragmatic approach. Our projects range from single homes up to large scale multi-phased developments and National infrastructure projects. Our team is friendly, professional and focused on providing a high level of professionalism and safe working practices.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to info@kingfisherecology.co.uk.
As a part of our Habitats Team you will be working as part of a small team undertaking wildlife habitat management across central and southern England. All equipment and training will be provided. This role will be suited to an experienced tree surgeon / grounds maintenance operative with a desire to work towards being a team leader.
Primary duties will include:
-Tree surgery
-Habitat management
-Habitat restoration and creation
-Working within a small team
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
-Self-motivated, confident and enthusiastic with a keen desire to learn
-Proven experience working effectively within a team
-1+ years’ experience working in grounds maintenance
-A full clean driving licence and access to own vehicle
-Level 2 Award in Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue (CS38)
-Level 3 Award in Aerial Tree Pruning (CS40)
-Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Felling and Processing Large Trees Over 760mm Unit 305
-Interest in wildlife habitat management
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
-Valid CSCS Card
-IPAF Operator Training Certification for Static Boom (1b), Mobile Vertical (3a) and Mobile Boom (3b)
-FAA Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid (RQF)
Salary and Benefits:
-Salary £25,400 - £27,000 per annum negotiable and depending upon experience
-21 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
-Flexible working arrangements can be agreed – potential to work from home occasionally
-Support in achieving a healthy work-life balance
-Training stipend and opportunities throughout the year for Continual Professional Development (CPD)
-Training on a wide range of survey skills
-Funding toward professional memberships
-Advice and guidance toward achieving your career goals
About Us: Kingfisher Ecology Ltd is an Ecological, Arboricultural and Sustainability Consultancy based in South Wiltshire, working across the South of England from Devon to Kent and up to the Welsh borders and across to East Anglia. We have a reputation for excellence in technical delivery and a professional and pragmatic approach. Our projects range from single homes up to large scale multi-phased developments and National infrastructure projects. Our team is friendly, professional and focused on providing a high level of professionalism and safe working practices.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to info@kingfisherecology.co.uk.