Arboriculturalist
A well-established and respected environmental consultancy is seeking a qualified and motivated Arboriculturalist to join its expanding team. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality arboricultural and ecological services across a broad range of development, infrastructure, and conservation projects, this consultancy offers the opportunity to work on varied and meaningful work throughout the UK.
The Role
The Arboriculturalist will be responsible for delivering a range of tree-related services, from surveying and reporting to providing expert advice in support of planning applications and site management. The role involves working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting a wide client base across sectors such as housing, infrastructure, and land management.
Benefits
The successful candidate will join a supportive and forward-thinking team, with access to a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, structured career development, ongoing training, and a range of employee benefits designed to promote work-life balance and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake BS5837 tree surveys and produce high-quality arboricultural impact assessments and method statements
Provide technical advice on tree protection, risk management, and planning-related issues
Prepare tree constraints plans and arboricultural input to landscape and site design
Carry out tree condition and safety inspections
Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of arboricultural inputs
Support junior staff and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and training
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, guidance, and best practice
Essential Skills and Experience
A degree or diploma in arboriculture or a closely related subject
Membership of the Arboricultural Association or an equivalent professional body
Proven experience delivering BS5837 surveys and working in a consultancy or similar environment
Excellent report writing and communication skills
Proficiency with CAD and GIS software
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits
Desirable
LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection certification
Experience working on multidisciplinary projects with ecologists, landscape architects, or planners
Understanding of tree valuation, veteran tree management, and urban forestry
Interested in this Arboriculture opportunity? Please send your CV to (url removed) or feel free to call me on (phone number removed)