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Arboricultural Specialist

Posted 4 days ago by Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Your new company

You will be joining a well-established public sector organisation responsible for maintaining and enhancing a diverse tree stock across highways, public spaces, and development projects.

The team plays a vital role in ensuring tree safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship while supporting infrastructure improvements and community growth.

Your new role

As an Arboriculture Specialist, you will provide professional arboricultural advice and support across a wide range of projects and operational activities.

You will undertake site inspections, assess tree health and condition, specify and instruct tree workers, and provide technical guidance on development schemes and planning applications.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting tree inspections and condition assessments across a varied portfolio of sites
  • Providing expert arboricultural advice to colleagues, stakeholders, contractors, and elected members
  • Specifying and managing tree maintenance and planting works
  • Reviewing planning applications and highway development schemes
  • Preparing arboricultural reports and technical recommendations
  • Monitoring contractor performance and maintaining strong working relationships
  • Managing your own inspection workload and project deadlines
  • Ensuring compliance with current arboricultural legislation, standards, and best practice
  • Supporting sustainable tree management and environmental objectives

What you'll need to succeed

  • Level 4 Diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent practical experience
  • Arboricultural Association Technician's Certificate (or working towards achieving it)
  • Proven arboriculture experience, including tree inspections, management, or planting schemes
  • Strong knowledge of tree biology, pests, diseases, and tree risk assessment
  • Understanding of legislation relating to highway trees and development projects
  • Experience preparing professional reports and technical documentation
  • Knowledge of contract management and contractor supervision
  • Full driving licence and ability to travel regularly to sites

What you'll get in return

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangement
  • Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of arboricultural projects
  • Exposure to highways, development, and environmental initiatives
  • A supportive and experienced team environment
  • A role that offers a balance of site-based and office-based work
  • The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the management and protection of valuable tree assets
  • Competitive salary and benefits package within a stable organisation

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Rate:
£30/hour
Location:
Whitchurch
IR35 Status:
Not specified
Remote Status:
Hybrid
Industry:
Engineering
Seniority Level:
Mid-Level

Take-Home Pay

£4,200 per month

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