Arboricultural Consultant

Arboricultural Consultant Industry: Environmental Consultancy Contract Type: Permanent Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable Arboricultural Consultant to join our dynamic and growing team. This role offers a competitive salary range of £30,000 - £40,000 and is open to applicants from any of our offices in Reading, London, Brighton, Bristol, or High Wycombe. The successful candidate will primarily focus on infrastructure projects nationwide, including those in the highways, energy, and water sectors, with an initial emphasis on the south. Reporting to our Head of Arboriculture, you will collaborate closely with town planners, environmental consultants, ecologists, landscape architects, and other professionals. Key responsibilities include performing BS5837 tree surveys, creating arboricultural impact assessments, conducting hedgerow surveys, managing TPO applications, and overseeing contractors on building sites. We offer a competitive benefits package, a strong culture of learning and development, and an inclusive work environment.

Skills:

1. BS5837 tree survey expertise
2. Arboricultural impact assessment creation
3. Hedgerow survey experience
4. TPO application management
5. Stakeholder communication
6. Arboricultural design impact mitigation
7. Contractor oversight and guidance
8. Excellent communication skills
9. Innovation and pragmatism in design
10. Proactive management of sub-contractors

Software/Tools:

• CAD
• GIS
• Digital survey hardware and software

Certifications & Standards:

• Degree or minimum Level 3 Arboriculture qualification (e.g., HNC Arb, AA Tech Cert, NDip Arb)
• Working understanding of BS 5837:2012 guidelines

For more information or to apply for the role, please contact Tim Smyth on (phone number removed)