UA5 Surveyor Vegetation Management (National Grid)
Salary:£40,271.00-£43,820.00 per year
Location:Base West Midlands travelling to various locations across the UK
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Type: Full-Time
Are you a qualified UA5 Surveyor with experience in vegetation management near powerlines? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring public safety? Rocket Staffing is recruiting on behalf of a leading tree management company to help safeguard the National Grid by managing tree growth around critical powerlines.
Our Client:
We work with a leading utility management company, partnering with the National Grid to survey and manage vegetation encroaching on powerlines. Our mission is to maintain safe and efficient energy infrastructure, delivering high standards of work across the UK.
Role Responsibilities
As a UA5 Surveyor, your key duties will include:
- Conducting surveys of trees and vegetation near overhead powerlines, ensuring compliance with National Grid safety protocols.
- Assessing the proximity of vegetation to powerlines and identifying areas where trimming or removal is required to maintain public safety.
- Preparing detailed reports and recommendations based on your surveys, working closely with arboricultural teams and project managers.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly those related to UA5 qualifications and working near high-voltage equipment.
- Traveling to various locations across the UK, often in rural or remote areas, to perform surveys.
Essential Requirements
- UA5 Qualification certified to work safely near powerlines and overhead electrical systems.
- Full UK Driving License required for traveling to multiple sites across the UK.
- Previous experience in utility vegetation management or a similar role, especially near electrical infrastructure.
- A good understanding of tree growth patterns and their impact on powerline safety.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent observational skills.
Desirable Skills
- Knowledge of various tree species and their growth rates in relation to powerline safety.
- Experience using GIS mapping tools or other survey technology.
- Excellent report-writing skills, with the ability to communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Company vehicle and all necessary equipment provided.
- Opportunities for career progression within a growing and respected company.
- Ongoing training and development to keep up-to-date with industry standards.
How to Apply
If you're an experienced UA5 Surveyor looking for a new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Help us ensure the safety of the National Grid by preventing vegetation from interfering with critical powerlines. Apply today!
Experience:
- Vegetation surveying: 2 years (required)
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