Trainee Tree Surgeon - Ground Person
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £22,600 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 March 2026 |
| Location: | CO10 9PE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Suffolk Tree Services Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Ground Worker |
Summary
Based in Suffolk we run a very motivated established tree surgery company for over 30 years. We carry out works for local authorities, developers, commercial and private customers. A large proportion of our works are in the local area at larger properties on some wonderful trees!
We are currently seeking a Grounds Person - experience is preferred together with NPTC qualifications (Maintenance and crosscutting, felling of smaller trees formerly 30 & 31) - BUT for the correct candidate it would not be essential.
However, if you have no NPTC Units then training would be offered for a candidate with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn quickly.
Driving Licence is preferred.
All PPE & uniform would be provided. Must be able to work well in a team.
Holidays offered are 28 days per year inclusive of bank holidays.
The position also offers training and development opportunities for career progression in exchange for commitment and enjoying seeing a job well done. The right candidate can follow a career though our company from trainee to senior positions.
We are currently seeking a Grounds Person - experience is preferred together with NPTC qualifications (Maintenance and crosscutting, felling of smaller trees formerly 30 & 31) - BUT for the correct candidate it would not be essential.
However, if you have no NPTC Units then training would be offered for a candidate with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn quickly.
Driving Licence is preferred.
All PPE & uniform would be provided. Must be able to work well in a team.
Holidays offered are 28 days per year inclusive of bank holidays.
The position also offers training and development opportunities for career progression in exchange for commitment and enjoying seeing a job well done. The right candidate can follow a career though our company from trainee to senior positions.