Tree Inspector
Via East Midlands are currently seeking a Tree Inspector to join our Forestry Team based out of our Newark depot for a 12-month fixed term contract.
Who we are?
At Via East Midlands, the value and impact of our work has never been more significant, and we're excited to share this journey with you If you're looking to make a real difference in your local communities while engaging in dynamic design and infrastructure projects, we might just be the perfect fit for you
As we continue to grow, we're on the lookout for talented individuals in the Midlands. We believe diversity strengthens our team and enhances the impact we make in Nottinghamshire communities.
We deliver essential infrastructure, from road maintenance and construction to street lighting and fleet management—keeping Nottinghamshire's highways safe, reliable, and built to last.
Your ideas, Your community, Your impact.
What you'll do:
· Undertake routine and reactive tree surveys within defined timescales across the county and record all findings and maintenance requirements in the electronic database (HAMS).
· Respond and resolve allocated enquiries relating to a wide variety of tree related matters from members of the public, Councillors, and other interested parties.
· Contribute to organised maintenance programmes for all highway tree assets by identifying areas of risk in order to maintain the safety of all highway users.
· Assist with providing a service to external clients to carry out any consultancy or inspection services providing comprehensive reports on tree condition.
· Provide support in defending third party insurance claims involving maintained trees on the highway by collecting and interpreting information received and providing detailed and accurate information to support the Forestry officer and the Clients insurance representative
What we're seeking:
· Technicians Certificate or National Certificate in Arboriculture or equivalent and Professional tree Inspection course level three
· Relevant experience working in arboriculture or forestry preferably working in and around the highway with some practical knowledge
· The ability to identify by sight all common tree species, pests and diseases and have knowledge of biodiversity issues
· Experience of tree/site inspections and report writing using map-based IT systems
· Relevant knowledge of best practice within the Industry and issues works to BS3998 standards (British standard for treeworks)
What can we offer?
* Competitive salary
* Hybrid Working
* Employee discounts and benefits
* Additional leave
* Free onsite parking
* Career growth opportunities within the company.
Ready to join us and make a positive impact? Apply now
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Canteen
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Flexitime
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Please indicate your salary expectations
* Do you have a full valid UK's driver's licence
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person