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Senior Arboricultural Consultant
Location: Cheltenham, Worcester, Birmingham, Shrewsbury, Stoke, Chester (and surrounding areas in the Western Region
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday
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🌳 Shape the Future of Arboriculture with Us
Ground Control’s Professional Services team is expanding and we’re looking for a driven Senior Arboricultural Consultant to take on a pivotal role in our Western Region (Birmingham, Wales, South West).
With major national clients, a pipeline of multimillion-pound projects, and a growing team of consultants, this is your opportunity to combine technical expertise, client leadership, and team management in a role that offers real scope to make an impact.
🔑What You'll Do:
As a Senior Arboricultural Consultant you will lead and manage high-profile arboricultural projects from inception to completion. You’ll provide expert tree-related advice to a wide range of clients, guide your own team of consultants, and play a pivotal role in the growth and success of our thriving department.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Arboricultural Consultant, you’ll balance technical delivery with leadership responsibilities, helping shape the future of our expanding arboricultural services. You will:
Lead major projects – from large-scale multi-site tree condition surveys (VTA) to BS5837:2012-compliant planning work.
Manage multiple projects – ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical and financial standards (minimum 40% gross margin).
Act as a trusted advisor – liaising with clients across sectors including utilities, commercial estates, and infrastructure (e.g. HS2, Bupa, Asda, Severn Trent, Canal & River Trust).
Line-manage and mentor consultants – initially managing two direct reports in Wales and the South West, with scope to grow the team as you bring in new work.
Contribute to business growth – preparing tenders, fee quotes, and supporting the Head of Department in developing client relationships.
Stay hands-on – carrying out your own surveys and consultancy work alongside management responsibilities.
🌟Why You'll Love It:
Freedom to shape and grow your own regional team.
Opportunity to work on some of the UK’s largest and most high-profile arboricultural projects.
Supportive, sociable team culture – professional, but never too serious to share a laugh.
Part of a department that’s rebranding and investing for growth, giving you visibility and career progression.
👤What we’re looking for:
You’ll be a proven consultant with the technical and commercial skills to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Specifically, you’ll have:
Minimum Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture (or higher).
LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection qualification.
Professional membership of the Arboricultural Association (or working towards).
Proven consultancy experience (3+ years), including project and client management.
Strong knowledge of BS5837:2012, tree risk assessment, planning policy, pests & diseases.
Experience managing people or projects, with the confidence to grow and mentor a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Commercial awareness – understanding of project costs, margins, and resourcing.
Competence with GIS, CAD, or tree survey software.
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Western Region.
Why join us:
Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.
Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.
Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:
23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
Robust pension scheme
Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
Free or subsidised national gym memberships
Employee Recognition Scheme
2 personal choice volunteering days
Ground Control
Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.
We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.
If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.
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Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.