Site Supervisor (Arboriculture / Tree Surgery), Carbury

Site Supervisor (Arboriculture / Tree Surgery) Location:

Various Regional Sites (Day&Night Shifts Required) Job Type:

Full-Time, Permanent Reporting to:

Tree Surgery Director Salary:

€57,500 per annum

Role Objective ISS Recruitment is partnering with a leading client in the arboricultural sector to recruit a

Site Supervisor

responsible for managing work sites, coordinating crews, and acting as the primary on-site client representative.

This is a key leadership role ensuring safe, efficient delivery of tree surgery operations while maintaining high standards of communication, safety, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

Work Planning&Preparation

Plan daily work site requirements, including equipment and resources

Attend yard to equip and prepare company vehicles and machinery

Communicate operational requirements to yard contacts and drivers, Site Operations&Tree Work

Carry out tree climbing and ground support work as required

Operate specialist equipment including MEWP, woodchippers, stump grinders, and polesaws

Drive company vehicles as part of operational duties

Site Management

Set up and maintain safe work zones in line with company procedures

Assign and supervise tasks across the team

Review RAMS and update Prowork Risk Assessments at the start of each shift

Deliver daily safety briefings/toolbox talks

Act as mentor and coach to new staff and apprentices

Health&Safety

Take responsibility for full site safety and ensure adherence to safe systems of work

Review and contribute to RAMS documentation

Record and report incidents, accidents, and near misses in line with procedures

Ensure compliance with all company and statutory safety requirements

Communication&Reporting

Act as main on-site point of contact for clients and third parties

Provide daily, weekly, or as-required progress updates to office/management

Report staff attendance issues including lateness, absence, and sickness

Communicate team performance, training needs, and operational issues to management

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience in arboriculture, forestry, or a similar outdoor supervisory role

Strong understanding of site safety procedures and RAMS

Experience operating arboricultural machinery and equipment

Full clean driving licence essential

Ability to work effectively in both daytime and nighttime shifts (regional travel required)

Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

Good command of English (written and verbal)

Ability to enforce safety standards and lead by example

Desired Attributes

Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with clients, residents, and third parties

Strong team leadership and mentoring ability

Proactive approach to problem-solving and site management

Commitment to continuous improvement and upskilling of team members

Professional, reliable, and safety-driven mindset

What’s on Offer

Salary of

€57,500 per annum

Company vehicle provided

Company phone provided

All PPE supplied

Pension scheme (contributory after 6 months, post-probation)

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Leadership training and development opportunities

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Paid personal day (if required)

Sick pay scheme (SSP)

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) support

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