Timber Contractor Team Lead (CTL)

Job Scope

To manage timber crews for large scale HV/MV/LV Timber hazard clearance across Ireland and ensure that works are done to client specification and in accordance with SHEQ standards

Needs to Have

• Min 3 years’ experience in a tree surgeon role


• At least one year of experience holding an ESB Timber Approval


• At least one year of experience with an electrical utility


• All relevant H\&S accreditation and certification (i.e. chainsaw, polesaw, climbing certificate)


• Full Drivers Licence


• Experience in managing teams in a fast paced and process driven environment


• IT proficiency \- MS Office

Needs to Do

• Good knowledge of ESB Network Maps and ESB Timber Company Standards.


• Be responsible for the safe completion of the work.


• Ensure work is completed in a safely and efficiently using KTL/ESB approved work methods in accordance with client specifications.


• Responsible for ensuring that all relevant site documentation and client paperwork is completed accurately and as per client SLA


• Ensure that an Electrical Hazard Risk Assessment (EHRA) is completed for each site.


• Ensure that All crew members are involved in the completion of the EHRA.


• Capture detailed PWPA assessments when not on timber cutting duties.


• Ensure that all crew are compliant with instructions regarding use of PPE and equipment


• Responsible for site meetings and instructing crews in regards to the daily tasks and highlighting on site hazards


• Notify the System Controller each day prior to cutting timber when the networks are Live and also on completion of the work.


• Be aware of other work crews who may impact on timber cutting.


• Have up to date Network Diagrams.


• Be available on site at all times.


• Always follow the instructions of the Contractor Supervisor.


• Assign a Dedicated Lookout Person for the work when required.


• Have an updated Health and Safety Plan available on site at all times and where additional hazards are identified to draw up task specific risk assessment and method statement.


• Report any damage to company vehicles, tools or equipment to Plant Manager


• Responsible for the safe usage of all plant issued to the crew.


• Ensure good public relations are maintained, where by we are required to gain access to private property\`s.


• Record and report all accidents and near misses/good catches and submit to PM and H\&S Manager in a timely fashion


• Responsible for the day\-to\-day implementation of the SHEQ systems on all sites


• Escalate any breaches of H\&S outside of Crew Leaders remit to the Project Manager


• Aid in the training of other where required to do so.


• Responsible for ensuring the required Quality standards on site are met.


• Responsible for the Pre and after photo evidence of all works carried out.


• Brief the crew on:

+ The work plan.
+ The work to be completed.
+ The extremities of the worksite.
+ Adjacent live networks.
+ Any special work sequencing.
Needs to Be

• Strong communicator with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills


• Must take ownership for tasks and responsibilities


• Able to operate in a dynamic and fast paced organization


• Proficient people manager and able to manage team to optimum performance


• Detailed orientated with proven organisational ability

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