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:

BS5837 tree survey expertise
Arboricultural impact assessment creation
Hedgerow survey experience
TPO application management
Stakeholder communication
Arboricultural design impact mitigation
Contractor oversight and guidance
Excellent communication skills
Innovation and pragmatism in design
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 0121 200 5520