Our client, is seeking an experienced Arboriculture Specialist to join their team on a contract basis. Working primarily at sites and the depot, this role will involve professional tree inspection, enquiry management, works ordering, and auditing. This is an excellent opportunity for an arboriculture professional to contribute to highways maintenance and development projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing professional, accurate advice to line managers, county and district members, and in-house staff
- Attending countywide sites to assess tree conditions and necessary works and advising on intentions
- Instructing works to tree contractors and managing site inspection workloads
- Offering recommendations for tree planting and planning/development sites
- Advising on development schemes, S278, S38, and planning applications
- Staying up to date with current industry legislation and practices
- Maintaining strong communication between the client and contractors
- Meeting project deadlines and providing accurate and proportionate arboricultural advice
Job Requirements:
- Level 4 Diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent experience
- Arboricultural Association Technicians Certificate or equivalent (or working towards this)
- Experience in arboriculture, particularly in tree work or planting, along with practical knowledge
- Understanding of tree biology and structure, plant identification, tree pests and diseases
- Knowledge of law in relation to highway trees, planting practices and standards, and arboricultural costings
- Competent IT user
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including report writing
- Understanding of contract documentation and management
- Full driving licence (category B) and ability to work remotely and at various locations
Decision Making Areas:
- Prioritising and managing own workload as set by senior arboriculture officers
- Preparing accurate and consistent arboricultural reports
- Using initiative in problem-solving and decision-making
- Handling upset, angry, or abusive stakeholders, contractors, or members of the public
If you are an experienced Arboriculture Specialist looking for a new contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team in the highways sector.
