The Treeman is a Pukekohe-based arborist company providing professional tree services throughout South Auckland and Franklin. Established in 2005 by Mike and Trish Jarvis, we have built our reputation on qualified advice, skilled tree work, reliable service and a strong commitment to safety. We are members of NZ Arb and hold Site Safe certification, giving our customers confidence that their tree work is being undertaken professionally and safely.
Owner/operator Mike Jarvis is a qualified horticulturist and qualified arborist with more than 30 years’ experience in the industry. He holds the internationally recognised TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification), providing specialist knowledge in assessing a tree’s condition, safety, and risk. Mike has trained many arborists over the years and has built an experienced team focused on completing tree work safely, professionally and to a high standard, with honesty and integrity.

Mike has always worked in horticulture. First as a qualified horticulturist, then he went to England to specialize in arboriculture, gaining his qualification at the world renowned Merrist Wood College. He has a passion for trees and loves helping people find solutions to live with great specimen trees in their gardens. He is thrilled to see the next generation of Arborists come through The Treeman to work in an industry he loves. The team is selected on quality of skills and personal integrity and is very proud of the quality of The Treeman Arborsist.
Dave is a qualified Arborist with an advanced certificate in arboriculture. He is an excellent climber and leader, and together with Mike, supports the training and continued education of The Treeman team. He is also a proud dad of 3 and enjoys spending time with his children and time out deer hunting.
Ollie has been part of The Treeman team for several years and is a hard grafter and a real asset to the team. He has plenty of cheeky chat with a ready smile and an answer for everything. Oli's specialty is tree species identification and loves to recite the latin names. Arboriculture is in his blood and he is proud to wear The Treeman kit.
Originally from Africa, Willem has called NZ home for 8 years. As a qualified arborist he has ammased an impressive 25years experience and thrives on planning and systems. He is a great climber and loves working in the outdoors with an awesome team. He is friendly and approcable and a real grafter. Willem is a family man and clearly adores his daughters.
Boxer is a steady and thoughtful crew member and has a real impact on the team. He is an extremely hard worker. He always has a friendly smile. He is cautious and methodical in his approach. We are thrilled to have him on our team.
Caleb is a great asset to the the crew. As a qualified Arborist he is continuing his education to expand on his knowlwdge and work his way through the next level. Caleb enjoys being outside and loves learning. He is a good climber and is methodical with great attention to details and safety.
Dwaine's origins are from forestry in Northland, but he moved into Arboriulture several years ago and made the move to Franklin. He has a great attitude and is working his way through his qualifications. He is our go to man for felling tricky trees and a good climber.
Tom comes to us from the other side of the world. He brings a wealth of experience and skills to the team. He is a qualified arborist and an excellant climber. Originally here on holiday, Tom loved NZ so much he brought his family over. He is friendly and a valuable member of the team.
Cody is the muscle on the ground to support our climbing arborists. He is a always ready with a smile and keen to help. He is a keen rugby player and supporter of The Chiefs.