Stephen Nankivell
Camborne,Cornwall
Summary
I am a experienced utility arboriculture surveyor with strong knowledge of tree identification, vegetation management, and overhead power line safety, and over head power line safety. I am highly skilled in carrying out detailed tree surveys, assessing tree health and risk, and identifying vegetation that may impact electrical infrastructure. I am also familiar with permit to work shut down procedures. I provide experience in collecting accurate field data, producing clear reports, and applying industry regulations and safety standards. I'm known as reliable and a detailed focused professional, I have experience with working outdoors, managing survey workloads independently and supporting safe and efficient vegetation management around utility networks.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
Field surveyor
Birch Utility Services
Camborne, Cornwall
2022.05 - Current
- Delivered high quality services whilst maintaining strict adherence to safety regulations.
- Identified potential issues during routine inspections ensuring proactive resolution measures were taken.
- Ensured client satisfaction with comprehensive site analysis.
- Liaised with clients to understand their specific survey requirements.
- Wrote concise field notes after each survey, providing valuable information for subsequent work stages.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously under strict deadlines.
- Presented detailed reports after site inspections contributing to effective decision-making processes.
- Fostered good relationships with customers advocating proper tree management techniques.
- Achieved customer satisfaction with excellent tree care services.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using chainsaws, wood chippers and other heavy machinery necessary for the job at hand, increasing productivity.
- Conducted risk assessments prior to performing dangerous tree removal tasks, ensuring safety.
- Adhered to regulatory standards during all arboricultural activities, ensuring compliance.
- Assisted in emergency situations providing prompt and reliable service during storms or high winds.
- Provided practical solutions for problematic trees reducing potential hazards.
- Collaborated with team members for smooth execution of large-scale projects.
- Handled waste disposal following each job maintaining a clean work environment.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular tree health assessments.
- Managed pests and diseases to mitigate damage to trees.
- Educated clients about preventive tree care measures resulting in improved tree health.
- Identified tree species, estimated age, height, crown spread and stem diameter using surveying tools and field guides.
- Assessed trees for diseases, pests, decay, and structural defects such as cracks, cavities, or weak branch unions.
- Maintained awareness of health and safety practices whiles working outdoors and around potentially hazardous trees.
- Ensured compliance with Tree Preservation Orders and local planning regulations during site assessments.
Utility Arborist Team Leader
A1 Tree Care, Professional Tree Services, Highline
Camborne, Cornwall
1995.05 - 2016.03
- Handled delicate tasks like crown lifting carefully, preventing damage to surrounding property.
- Assessed health of various tree species for effective care.
- Skilfully removed dead or diseased trees, enhancing the overall look of the area.
- Provided professional advice on proper tree care to clients leading to increased customer satisfaction.
- Monitored growth patterns and suggested alterations if necessary, contributing to healthy development of trees.
- Adhered strictly to environmental regulations whilst working on diverse projects.
- Collaborated closely with team members for efficient task completion.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments prior to commencing any work.
- Employed safe and correct use of chainsaws and other equipment during operations ensuring worker safety at all times.
- Investigated signs of pest infestations promptly which helped in early diagnosis and treatment.
- Dealt effectively with emergency situations such as dangerously leaning trees which prevented potential accidents.
- Utilised pruning techniques to maintain shape and growth pattern of trees, ensuring aesthetic appeal.
- Used advanced climbing techniques to reach tall trees, thus ensuring complete care.
- Performed various tree maintenance and felling duties to manage care.
- Prooned trees to stay clear from power lines and buildings.
- Used tractor, chain saw and chipper to cultivate crops.
- Carried out thorough tree inspections to diagnose possible issues.
- Filed arborist reports to acquire tree removal approval from council.
- Advised clients preserving and protection methods to support tree conservation.
- Performed diverse climbing and aerial rescue activities to assist injured climbers.
- Conducted site surveys to evaluate safety and eligibility of areas.
Education
City & Guilds UA1 - Electrical Knowledge
City & Guilds
Cornwall /2009 - /2010
City & Guilds UA2i, UA2ii, UA2iii - Utility Arboriculture
City & Guilds
Cornwall /2009 - /2009
Level 3 in Forestry and Aboriculture - Tree Surveys and Inspections
City & Guilds
Cornwall /2018 - /2018
CS10, CS11, CS38, CS39 - Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw and Related Operations
NPTC
Cornwall /1997 - /1997
Cert of Competence in Chainsaw & Related Operation - Carrying out Pruning Operations
City & Guilds
Cornwall /2009 - /2009
301 - Utility Arboriculture Basic Electrical Knowledge
City & Guilds
Cornwall /2023 - /2023
302 - Tree Species Recognition, Growth Characteristics and Associated Hazards
City & Guilds
Cornwall /2023 - /2023
401, 402 - Utility Arboriculture Surveyor
City & Guilds
Cornwall /2023 - /2023
Professional Tree Inspection - Identifying Hazards, Pests Disease
Lantra Awards
Cornwall /2023 - /2023
Emergency First Aid at Work and Forestry -
Devon First Aid Training
Cornwall /2026 - /2026
BAT Awareness for Tree Workers -
Lynher Training
Cornwall /2018 - /2018
Certificate of Attendance - Valuing and Managing Veteran Trees
Vetree
Cornwall /2017 - /2017
Basic Tree Surveying and Inspection -
Lantra Awards
Cornwall /2018 - /2018
Skills
- Tree climbing
- Tree identification
- Tree health assessment
- Carry out tree risk assessments
- Report writing
- Apply knowledge of tree legislation
- Climbing proficiency
- Maintain high attention to detail
- Aerial rescue training
- Qualified chainsaw operator
- Rope work expertise
- Storm damage clean-up
- Tree surgery expertise
- Pruning knowledge
- Adaptive work approach
- Timely task completion
- Electrical infrastructure knowledge
- Fault finding & maintenance
Affiliations
- My hobbies and interests include being out in nature, I am interested in bush craft, and riding and repairing motorcycles.
Timeline
Field surveyor
Birch Utility Services
2022.05 - Current
Utility Arborist Team Leader
A1 Tree Care, Professional Tree Services, Highline
1995.05 - 2016.03
City & Guilds UA1 - Electrical Knowledge
City & Guilds
/2009 - /2010
City & Guilds UA2i, UA2ii, UA2iii - Utility Arboriculture
City & Guilds
/2009 - /2009
Level 3 in Forestry and Aboriculture - Tree Surveys and Inspections
City & Guilds
/2018 - /2018
CS10, CS11, CS38, CS39 - Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw and Related Operations
NPTC
/1997 - /1997
Cert of Competence in Chainsaw & Related Operation - Carrying out Pruning Operations
City & Guilds
/2009 - /2009
301 - Utility Arboriculture Basic Electrical Knowledge
City & Guilds
/2023 - /2023
302 - Tree Species Recognition, Growth Characteristics and Associated Hazards
City & Guilds
/2023 - /2023
401, 402 - Utility Arboriculture Surveyor
City & Guilds
/2023 - /2023
Professional Tree Inspection - Identifying Hazards, Pests Disease
Lantra Awards
/2023 - /2023
Emergency First Aid at Work and Forestry -
Devon First Aid Training
/2026 - /2026
BAT Awareness for Tree Workers -
Lynher Training
/2018 - /2018
Certificate of Attendance - Valuing and Managing Veteran Trees
Vetree
/2017 - /2017
Basic Tree Surveying and Inspection -
Lantra Awards
/2018 - /2018