Timber Contractor Team Lead (CTL)
Timber Contractor Team Lead: lead skilled crews nationwide, ensure safe, ESB‑compliant timber clearances, mentor teams, and deliver high‑quality, on‑time work.
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
- Department
- Power
- Role
- Timber Contractor Team Leader
- Locations
- Naas Head Office
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About KTL
For over 28 years, KTL has been a leading provider of fast, effective, and reliable engineering services across the professional services, telecommunications, and power sectors.