Arboriculturlist

Bennett & Game are delighted to represent a well-established, leading AJ Top 100 architectural and multi-disciplinary practice who are actively seeking a talented Arboriculturist to join their expanding team. With offices across the UK and opportunities available in Reading or Milton Keynes, this is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established consultancy renowned for delivering innovative, commercially focused and sustainable design solutions across a wide range of sectors.

The practice boasts an integrated team of Landscape Architects, Ecologists and Arboricultural Consultants, working collaboratively alongside Architecture, Planning and Engineering professionals to deliver holistic design solutions for clients throughout the development process. With a strong reputation in the residential, regeneration, commercial, industrial, logistics, education and public sectors, the business continues to secure major commissions across the UK and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

The successful Arboriculturist will join an experienced and growing environmental team, supporting the delivery of projects from initial site assessment through to planning and development stages. Our client has a diverse portfolio including strategic residential masterplans, urban regeneration schemes, commercial developments, retail and mixed-use projects, industrial and logistics parks, education facilities, transport infrastructure and public realm improvements.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, providing specialist arboricultural advice and contributing to the successful delivery of multidisciplinary developments. The successful candidate will be passionate about arboriculture, possess strong technical knowledge, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Arboriculturist Job Overview

Undertake tree surveys in accordance with BS5837 standards
Prepare Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA), Arboricultural Method Statements (AMS) and Tree Protection Plans (TPP)
Conduct tree condition surveys and provide arboricultural advice for planning and development projects
Support the preparation of planning documentation and technical reports
Work closely with Landscape Architects, Ecologists and Planning Consultants to develop integrated design solutions
Attend site visits, client meetings and project team workshops
Provide advice on tree constraints, retention strategies and mitigation measures
Assist with project delivery across a broad range of development sectors
Liaise with local authorities, developers and wider consultant teams
Ensure projects are delivered to a high technical standard and within agreed timescales
Arboriculturist Job Requirements

Degree, diploma or equivalent qualification in Arboriculture, Forestry, Environmental Management or a related discipline
Professional membership of the Arboricultural Association advantageous
Experience undertaking BS5837 surveys and preparing associated reports
Good understanding of arboricultural legislation, planning policy and best practice guidance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and report writing essential
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work effectively within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Full UK Driving Licence essentialArboriculturist Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary DOE (£40,000 - £50,000)
Hybrid working arrangements
Flexible office location across Reading or Milton Keynes
Clear progression and career development opportunities within a growing national practice
Professional subscriptions paid
Company pension scheme
Life assurance cover
Ongoing CPD and professional development support
Opportunity to work on high-profile UK projects including major residential masterplans, regeneration schemes, logistics developments and strategic mixed-use projects
Exposure to a fully integrated Landscape, Ecology and Arboriculture team
Increasing annual leave entitlement with length of service
Long service awards
Employee wellbeing initiatives
Regular social and team-building events
Further company benefits to be discussed at interview stageBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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