The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James's Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.
We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other public spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year.
We are now looking for an Arboricultural Officer to join us on a permanent, full-time basis, working 36 hours per week.
The Role
As an Arboricultural Officer, you will survey and record all aspects of the tree stock to protect the natural landscape and maintain a safe environment for our visitors.
Carrying out accurate tree inspections, you'll diagnose and assess the impacts of injury, decay and structural defects. You'll support the mitigation and management of pests and diseases, particularly Massaria of London Plane and Oak Processionary Moth.
You'll also work with the Wildlife and Conservation Officers to develop and implement park strategies and management plans and to create and maintain critical wildlife habitats.
Additionally, you will:
* Liaise with contractors to prioritise areas of risk
* Ensure works are carried out in adherence to specifications, on time and within budget
* Adhere to existing working practices, methods and procedures
* Provide technical Arboricultural support
About You
To be considered as an Arboricultural Officer, you will need:
* Experience in the inspection, risk assessment and management of a wide range of trees
* Experience surveying and managing Massaria (Splanchnonema platani)
* Experience in the application of British Standards relating to trees
* An understanding of nature conservation issues, SSSI status and protected species legislation relating to Arboriculture and trees
* Excellent identification ability of a wide range of amenity trees
* Excellent knowledge in the identification and prognosis of a wide range of pest and diseases and fungal fruit bodies
* To hold, or be willing to work towards, an Arboricultural Association Professional Tree Inspection Certificate
* A NVQ Level Three (NQF Level IV) qualification in Arboriculture (or equivalent)
* A full, valid driving licence
Safeguarding notice
The Royal Parks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
people and adults at risk from harm, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment and follow the organisation's policies and procedures. xcswzye The Royal Parks
provides an awareness training programme on Safeguarding for all staff, and further in-depth
training for those working with children, young people or adults who may be at risk of harm.