Overview
Head Arborist – Nottingham City Council
Location: Nottingham City, Woodthorpe
Salary: £32,597 – £35,412 per annum
Department: Commercial & Operations | Parks and Open Spaces
Grade: F
Responsibilities
* Lead a team of arborists, apprentices, and volunteers in performing vital tree surgery operations such as crown lifting, dead wooding, tree felling, and related arboricultural tasks.
* Plan and oversee arboricultural projects across the city in line with the Urban Forest Strategy.
* Ensure high standards of health, safety, and compliance with all relevant guidelines.
* Mentor your team, motivate them to achieve excellence, and foster community involvement in tree-related activities.
* Maintain a positive public perception of Nottingham City Council Tree Services.
* Take on emergency tree works, including responding to environmental incidents like storms.
What you’ll bring
* Strong technical expertise in arboriculture, including relevant NPTC qualifications (e.g., chainsaw, aerial rescue operations, and tree felling).
* Proven experience in staff supervision, project management, and delivering quality results.
* Excellent communication skills to motivate teams and engage with the public.
* A valid driving licence and a passion for working in all weather conditions.
What we offer
* A competitive salary between £32,597 – £35,412
* Opportunities for career development and additional training
* Generous holiday package: 25 days annually + bank holidays
* Option to purchase up to 28 days additional holiday tax-free
* Full PPE and equipment provided
* Support for continuous professional development
* Enhanced pension contributions
Equality and Diversity
Our commitment: We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
How to Apply
Submit your CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, knowledge, and experience meet the requirements of the role.
For informal enquiries, contact Rob Haque at rob.haque@nottinghamcity.gov.uk or call 0115 915 2704.
Additional Information
Apply now and help make Nottingham a Great City!
Closing Date: 31st October 2025
You can find the job description for this post here.
At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types can be found on the additional information for applicants page.
Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Interviews will be held: TBC
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