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 Supervisorresponsible 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

Site Supervisor (Arboriculture / Tree Surgery)

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