Job Description

Job description:

About M Squared

We create the exceptional outdoor spaces that make developments stand out. We're specialists in commercial landscaping and groundworks, working with main contractors, end clients and public sector organisations to create the outdoor spaces that enhance housing developments, care settings, public places, and more.

We have built a strong reputation by consistently delivering on complex and high profile projects throughout the UK. Our experienced and dedicated team have fuelled our growth, all sharing our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. We've developed unique, tailored technology to streamline processes and project management for all staff, and continually invest in tools, training and team-building to ensure everyone can thrive.

Founded in 2014, we capped off our 10 year in business by hitting our target of 10m turnover. Now we've been flagged as one of the top Scottish Companies to Watch in 2025 - we'd already ranked in the Financial Times FT1000 for Europe's Fastest Growing Companies, too.

We're growing and looking for the talent to help us achieve our ambitions.

Role

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Tree Surgeon to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the planting, care, maintenance, and removal of trees in both urban and rural settings. This role involves climbing trees, using specialized equipment, and ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect trees to assess health, structure, and safety risks

Perform pruning, thinning, and crown reduction to maintain tree health and appearance

Remove dead, damaged, or hazardous trees using safe felling techniques

Operate and maintain chainsaws, chippers, climbing gear, and other arboricultural equipment

Use rigging techniques to safely lower large limbs and trunks

Grind stumps and clear debris from work sites

Treat diseased trees and apply pesticides or fertilizers as needed

Maintain records of work completed and report findings to supervisors or clients

Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations

Provide advice to clients on tree care, maintenance, and planting

Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Tree Surgeon or Arborist

Relevant qualifications (e.g., NPTC/LANTRA certification, Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Arboriculture)

Strong knowledge of tree biology, diseases, and pruning techniques

Proficiency in using climbing gear and power tools

Good physical fitness and the ability to work at height

Understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessment

Valid driver's license

First aid training (preferred)

About you

We've created an environment where everyone can thrive and share in our successes. We ensure our team can play to their strengths and feel empowered to contribute their expertise, past experience, or new ideas.

We're seeking applicants who share our values:

We take pride in our work and ourselves Showing a strong work ethic, a commitment to quality, and being proactive. We do what we say we'll do
Being eager to contribute to continued growth of M Squared, and able to offer or ask for support as needed.

We do what it takes to get the job done
Thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and being adaptable and resilient to new opportunities or challenges. Being keen to learn and develop new skills, seizing opportunities to undertake training, work on new projects or with new technologies. What We Offer

We're ambitious and work hard
Raise the bar

We're not your typical contractors - we've brought innovation, AI and automation to our industry. We'll give you the tools and technologies to make your life easier and your work better.

Grow with us

Our people are our greatest asset, so you'll get ongoing training and personal development to help you succeed. We're creating new opportunities for our team as we scale the business across the UK.

Make your mark

We'll listen when you come up with new ways of working or problem-solving - we recognise and reward great work. We're open and agile to new ideas, maintaining our entrepreneurial roots.

A place to thrive

We're a close-knit team - supporting and learning from one another. We work hard to provide a working environment where you can flourish.

Employee Benefits

Private Health Insurance Employee rewards with Odeon, Mindful Chef, Prime and more Discounted Gym Memberships Corporate Events Length of Service Holidays Annual Leave for your birthday Branded Workwear Free Parking
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-17.00 per hour

Work Location: In person