Arboriculture Consultant

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My client is a multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy practice providing a comprehensive range of services in landscape architecture, archaeology, arboriculture, and ecology.

Their arboriculture project base varies but the majority is construction-based work including residential development and health & safety consultancy, as well as woodland management plans and tree preservation order / conservation advice.

Your new role

• Conduct arboricultural surveys and assessments in accordance with BS:5837 and other relevant standards.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, including Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA) and Arboricultural Method Statements (AMS).
• Assist in the preparation of tree protection plans and provide on-site supervision during construction activities to ensure compliance with tree protection measures.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and local authorities to provide expert advice on tree management and preservation.
• Utilise GIS and other mapping tools to accurately record and present survey data.
• Stay updated with current industry practices, legislation, and guidelines related to arboriculture and environmental consultancy.

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Arboriculture, Forestry, or a related field.
• Experience conducting BS:5837 surveys.
• Strong knowledge of UK tree species, tree health, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Proficiency in using GIS software and other relevant tools for data collection and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A full, clean UK driving license and willingness to travel to various project sites.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary - £26,000 - £35,000 - dependent on experience
• Flexible working
• Considerable CPD/Training options
• Private healthcare upon passing probation
• Pool cars for work use
• TOIL system
• Pension plan and annual leave entitlement

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