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Careers @ O'Kennedy Tree Care

​​​​​O'Kennedy Tree Care is a family-run tree surgery business established in 1995, serving Cork City and County. We're known for our commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and looking after the people who work with us.

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We're always interested in hearing from skilled, safety-conscious arborists and tree surgeons who share our values. Whether you're an experienced climber or looking to develop your career in arboriculture, we offer a supportive team environment, quality equipment, and opportunities to grow.

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Why Work With Us?

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  • Established reputation: Nearly 30 years serving Cork with a strong client base and steady work.

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  • Safety first culture: We invest in proper training, quality PPE, and never cut corners on safety.

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  • Quality equipment: You'll work with well-maintained, professional-grade machinery and tools.

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  • Career development: We support further training and certification to help you progress.

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  • Competitive package: Fair pay, pension, bonuses, and genuine benefits.

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  • Good team: Friendly, experienced colleagues who look out for each other.

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Residential & Commercial Tree Care Experts

Tree surgeons for homes and businesses across Cork: pruning, removals, surveys and maintenance.

ISA Certified and Fully Insured

ISA-certified arborists, Safe Pass crews and full insurance for compliant, safety-first tree surgery.

30+ Years Irish Arboricultural Experience

30+ years in Cork delivering trusted arboriculture for homes, schools and commercial sites.

Current Open Job Vacancies

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Tree Climber / Aerial Tree Surgeon

  • Location: Cork City & County | Type: Full-time, Permanent | Posted: February 2026

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  • We are seeking experienced and safety-conscious Tree Climbers to join our team. This is a hands-on role involving aerial tree surgery, machinery operation, and daily physical work across varied sites throughout Cork.

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The Role

  • As a Tree Climber with O'Kennedy Tree Care, you'll carry out a wide range of arboricultural work to a high standard, working as part of a close-knit team. The role involves physical exertion, working at height, and operating specialist equipment daily.

  • Key duties include:

  • Performing climbing and aerial tree surgery operations

  • Operating chainsaws, chippers, and other arborist equipment safely

  • Tree maintenance including pruning, crown reduction, and removals

  • Tree and shrub planting

  • Conducting tree inspections and hazard assessments

  • Working collaboratively with ground crew and site managers

  • Ensuring site safety for colleagues and the public

  • Care and maintenance of plant and machinery

  • Representing the company professionally with clients on site

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What We Offer

  • Competitive salary with overtime available

  • Annual bonus

  • Company pension scheme

  • Access to company vehicle

  • Phone and tablet provided

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Uniform support scheme

  • High-quality equipment and PPE

  • Support for additional training, licences, and courses

  • Company events

  • Friendly, safety-focused team environment

  • Free parking

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  • See below for positions we're currently recruiting for. If you don't see a role that fits but think you'd be a good addition to our team, feel free to send your CV speculatively to info@okennedytreecare.ie.​​

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​​​Requirements

  • Essential:

  • Valid Safe Pass certificate

  • Manual Handling certificate

  • Full driving licence

  • NPTC Level 2 Ground-based chainsaw operator

  • NPTC Level 2 Tree climbing and aerial rescue

  • NPTC Level 3 Aerial cutting of trees with chainsaw using free-fall techniques

  • NPTC Level 2 Safe use of manually fed woodchipper

  • Strong work ethic and genuine commitment to safety

  • Desirable:

  • B+E licence or tractor experience

  • MEWP (cherry picker) ticket

  • First Aid training (Forestry First Aid preferred)

  • Knowledge of tree species and disease identification

  • Previous experience in arboriculture or a related industry

How to Apply

  • To apply for this position, please send your CV and a brief cover note to info@okennedytreecare.ie with the subject line "Tree Climber Application".

  • We'll review applications and get back to suitable candidates to arrange an informal conversation.

  • Questions about this role?
    Call us on 021 431 6364 for an informal chat about the position and what it's like to work with our team.

Don't See the Right Role?

If you're an experienced arborist, tree surgeon, or grounds professional and don't see a current vacancy that matches your skills, we're still happy to hear from you. Send your CV to info@okennedytreecare.ie and we'll keep it on file for future opportunities.

We're particularly interested in hearing from:

  • Qualified tree climbers with Irish or UK certifications

  • Experienced ground crew and chainsaw operators

  • Arborists with consultancy or surveying experience

  • Plant operators with forestry or arb sector experience

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