Tree Surgeon​/Arborist Foreman

About the job Tree Surgeon/Arborist Foreman

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 and we 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.

We are seeking a skilled and safety‑conscious Tree Surgeon/Arborist foreman 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 specialised equipment, and ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.

• 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 arboriculture 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

• 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
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessment
• Valid driver's licence
• First aid training (preferred)
• Up to CS32 or equivalent.
• Up to CS39 or equivalent.
• Perform pruning, thinning, and crown reduction to maintain tree health and appearance
• Remove dead, damaged, or hazardous trees using safe felling techniques
• Grind stumps and clear debris from work sites
• Maintain records of work completed and report findings to managers or clients

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 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.

• 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.