Job Description

Arborist

Location Field based across the Drogheda and county Louth

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

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Ground Control is expanding the team across the Drogheda area we’re looking for a skilled Arborist to join our Arb Utility division.

What you’ll do;

As an Arborist in our Utilities division, you’ll be responsible for the safe removal and clearance of vegetation and trees around power lines. Experience in Utility Arboriculture is ideal but not essential – however, you must be a qualified Arborist as a minimum.

What you’ll get;

You'll get to to be part of a professional, safety-focused team who has recently secured new work in this area. We will take the time to invest in your training to get your UA tickets as part of the role.

What We’re Looking For:

You must be a qualified Arborist with relevant certifications including a climbing ticket

• Experience in Utility Arb (preferred but not essential)

• A strong commitment to Health & Safety procedures

• Ability to work efficiently to deadlines

• Flexibility for occasional overnight stays, depending on workload and locations

Ideally you will have a full driving licence so that you are able to drive a work van

If you’re ready for your next challenge in arboriculture and want to be part of something exciting

Benefits;

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience

• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future

• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work

• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support

• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind

• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.