About ICS Trees
An established tree surgery, landscaping, and grounds maintenance business serving Leeds, West Yorkshire, and surrounding areas.
Doing the Job Properly
ICS Trees combines practical arboriculture skill with safety-led delivery, commercial awareness, and a strong customer service culture.
ICS has grown by doing the job properly. The business invests in people, equipment, training, safety, and systems so every residential and commercial customer receives a reliable and professional service.
Insurance & Compliance
ICS follows recognised arboricultural best practice and works to appropriate standards where applicable.
Public Liability InsuranceEmployer Liability InsuranceProfessional Indemnity Insurance for consultancy workInsurance certificates and relevant documentation can be made available before work starts.
Meet the Team
ICS is built around a skilled, qualified, and safety-focused team. Every member of the crew is trained to industry standards, ensuring professional tree surgery work carried out safely and responsibly.
Ian Clark
Director and Founder
Ian founded ICS Tree Services in 2008 after studying at Askham Bryan College. As Director and Founder, he oversees the day-to-day running of the business, including site visits, work planning and office operations, while continuing to support on-site delivery when required. Ian is a Certified Arborist with the Royal Forestry Society and a VALID qualified tree risk assessor.
Holly Clark
Social Media and Office Manager
Holly leads the company’s social media and online presence, ensuring customers and followers stay informed about the latest business activity and project updates. Alongside this, she manages key office operations, supports supplier and customer communication, and helps ensure the business runs efficiently day to day.
Oliver Kelly
2nd Climber & Lead Groundsman
Oliver studied at Askham Bryan College and completed Level 3 in Arboriculture, alongside achieving a range of industry qualifications. As 2nd Climber and Lead Groundsman, he supports both aerial and ground-based operations and plays an important role in maintaining safe, efficient delivery on site. Oliver joined the business through work experience and has since become a valued full-time member of the team, known for his commitment to customer satisfaction.
Jordan Hampshire
Lead Climber
Jordan studied at Askham Bryan College and completed Level 2 in Trees and Timber. As the company’s Lead Climber and main MEWP operator, he is responsible for a wide range of aerial work and brings strong technical capability backed by multiple industry qualifications. Jordan is highly customer-focused and consistently goes the extra mile to deliver a high standard of service.
Our Process
A structured approach that reassures homeowners and commercial buyers alike.
Initial enquiry.
Photo review or site visit.
Tree assessment and access review.
Permission checks where required.
Clear quotation and agreed scope.
Risk assessment and method planning.
Safe delivery by trained operatives.
Tidy site and final checks.
Safety & Environmental Responsibility
Health, safety, and welfare are central to every practice at ICS Trees.
Health and Safety
Safety is one of our strongest assets. ICS prepares site-specific risk assessments and method statements, considers COSHH and product data sheets, and uses the ERICPD approach:Eliminate, Reduce, Isolate, Control, PPE, Discipline.
Every project starts with risk. We consider people, property, access, equipment, traffic, public safety, protected species, and site-specific hazards before work starts. The aim is simple: Complete the work safely, legally, and with minimal disruption.
Environmental Responsibility
ICS considers environmental impact at each stage of work. Where possible, the team retains healthy trees, recycles green waste, and manages arisings responsibly.
We strictly plan work around protected species obligations, carefully managing considerations around nesting birds, bat roosts, Conservation Areas, and Tree Preservation Orders.
Our Equipment
ICS invests in specialist machinery and equipment to improve safety, access, and efficiency. The right equipment makes tree work safer, faster, and cleaner.
ICS uses professional machinery suited to tight domestic gardens, restricted access sites, and large-scale commercial projects.
Certified & Fully Insured
We operate to the highest health, safety, and environmental standards. Click any certificate to verify.
CHAS Standard
Membership No.: CHAS-124763. Verified compliance with SSIP Core Criteria and UK H&S Legislation.
ISA Certified Arborist
Awarded to Kenneth Ian Clark by the International Society of Arboriculture Certification Board.
SafeContractor Approved
Alcumus SSIP Originator Scheme for health and safety assessment compliance.
RFS Cert.Arb
Awarded to Ian Clark by The Royal Forestry Society for competence in the principles and practices of Arboriculture.
Accreditations and Certifications
ICS work is supported by recognised qualifications, formal accreditations, and robust health and safety procedures.
Operational Training
Safety & Compliance
Ready to work with the professionals?
Speak to ICS Trees for clear advice, a site visit, and a practical quotation tailored to your exact needs.