Will Hornby

Leading a team delivering vegetation management around LV to 132kV power lines, including live-line sequential cutting, planned shutdowns and fault response work involving multiple storm-damaged trees. Responsible for supervising operations, conducting risk assessments, maintaining high safety standards and coordinating with network operators, landowners and team members to ensure the safe operation and reliability of the electrical network.

Supported geotechnical drilling and ground investigation works in difficult-access environments using rope access techniques. Assisted with drilling operations, rigging, and equipment handling while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance with IRATA procedures.

Worked as part of a team to deliver projects safely and efficiently in challenging locations.

As a self employed arborist, I provided professional tree care services for domestic and commercial clients, including tree pruning, dismantling and maintenance. I managed all aspects of the work, from client communication and planning to carrying out tree work safely and efficiently to a high standard.