Company Overview
Complete Weed Control (Scotland South East) Limited is a leading provider of landscaping services, focusing on quality workmanship and safety. With a commitment to professional development, we foster a motivated workforce dedicated to excellence.
Summary
We are seeking a skilled Contracts Supervisor to join our Arboriculture division at our Larkhall depot. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of our landscaping projects while maintaining strong relationships with clients. Your expertise will contribute significantly to our mission of becoming the leading company in the landscaping & arb sectors.
As Contract Supervisor within the Arboriculture Division, your duties will include but are not limited to:
- Supervising day-to-day arboriculture operations across allocated sites and contracts.
- Coordinating work crews and ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.
- Conducting on-site risk assessments, toolbox talks, and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies.
- Monitoring the quality and progress of work, resolving site issues as they arise, and reporting to the Operations Manager.
- Managing and supporting operatives on site, including overseeing attendance, performance, and adherence to procedures.
- Assisting the operations manager in keeping the client informed regarding site delivery and contract performance.
- Ensuring that all tools, equipment, and vehicles are used correctly, safely, and maintained to company standards.
- Completing required paperwork, reports, and site documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
- Liaising with other departments to ensure efficient delivery of works and resource coordination.
You may also be required to undertake other reasonable duties within your skillset as requested by the business.
Essential Qualifications & Requirements
- NPTC/LANTRA Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue (CS38)
- NPTC/LANTRA Chainsaw from Rope and Harness (CS39)
- NPTC/LANTRA Aerial Tree Pruning (CS40) and Aerial Tree Rigging (CS41)
- NPTC/LANTRA Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting (CS30) and Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (CS31)
- Full UK Driving Licence (B + ideally BE trailer entitlement)
- Thorough knowledge of tree species, pests, and diseases
- Experience supervising arboricultural teams and coordinating site operations
- Understanding of health & safety legislation, LOLER, PUWER, and industry best practice (AFAG/FISA guidance)
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills for client liaison and team leadership
Desirable Qualifications
- Level 3 or above in Arboriculture or Forestry
- LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) or equivalent
- First Aid at Work + Forestry First Aid (EFAW+F)
- SMSTS or SSSTS Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme
- LOLER inspection qualification
- Experience with contract management systems and reporting
This job will involve some nightshifts due to the nature of the works. These are pre-programmed with adequate notice given.
This position comes with a company vehicle.
Enchanced overtime rate is available on all hours over 40hrs. Additional night shift rates of time plus 1/4 and time plus 1/2.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £15.50-£18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Larkhall ML9 2TX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- arboricultural: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 01/09/2025
