Vegetation Crew (Helper, Lead Worker & Lead Arborist)

 

A growing utility organisation is expanding its Vegetation Operations team and is hiring across multiple levels: Vegetation Helper (Entry-Level), Lead Vegetation Worker (Mid-Level), and Lead Arborist (Technical Specialist). These roles support critical work that ensures safe electrical line clearance, protects infrastructure, and maintains reliability across the island.

Whether you’re beginning your career in vegetation management or bringing advanced arborist expertise, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated field operations team making a meaningful impact on public safety and system reliability.

Available Roles:

Vegetation Helper (Entry-Level)

A great starting point for individuals looking to enter vegetation management or utility field work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Load, move, and dispose of limbs and debris

• Maintain clean and safe work zones

• Assist with equipment setup and tool maintenance

• Support ground and aerial trimming crews

• Follow safety instructions and proper PPE use
  

Ideal for: Reliable, energetic individuals who enjoy physical outdoor work and want hands-on experience with career progression opportunities.

Lead Vegetation Worker (Mid-Level / Crew Support Lead)

Acts as second-in-command on the crew, supporting the Foreman and guiding the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead crew members in trimming, felling, and clean-up activities

• Identify hazards related to power lines, trees, and terrain

• Operate chainsaws, pole saws, and chippers

• Maintain tools and ensure proper equipment use

• Support traffic control and communicate with property owner

Ideal for: Experienced tree workers ready to take on leadership responsibility in field operations.

Lead Arborist (Senior Technical Specialist)

Provides expert guidance on tree biology, structural integrity, and proper trimming/removal near electrical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess tree health and risk, recommend pruning or removal

• Ensure ANSI A300 pruning standards are met

• Identify hazardous trees and advise crews on mitigation

• Train teams on species identification, proper cuts, and safe climbing

• Maintain compliance with environmental and permitting requirements

Ideal for: Certified or highly experienced arborists with strong technical knowledge and training capability.

General Qualifications Across All Roles:

• Comfort working outdoors in varied weather

• Strong awareness of safety protocols

• Physical fitness for climbing, lifting, cutting, dragging, and repetitive field work

• Valid driver’s licence preferred

Why Apply?

• Opportunities for progression across vegetation career pathways

• Work that directly supports public safety and grid reliability

• Hands-on technical exposure and industry-certification potential

• Team-oriented outdoor environment with daily variety

How to Apply

If you’re motivated to support essential vegetation and line-clearance operations—whether you’re entry-level or highly experienced—we welcome your application. Please submit your resume or reach out for a confidential discussion.