Arboricultural Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; Epsom; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eco-consultancy near Epsom is seeking an Arboricultural Consultant to join their team. The role involves providing consultancy services, managing projects, and conducting tree surveys. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Ecology and relevant experience in arboriculture. This position offers competitive salary and numerous benefits including training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Healthcare Cash Plan

Professional memberships paid by company

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in a relevant field such as Ecology.
• Experience with tree surveys in a consultancy setting.
• Proficient in writing Arboricultural Impact Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide arboricultural consultancy services adhering to British Standards.
• Undertake arboricultural surveys and prepare high-quality reports.
• Manage a range of projects and liaise with the Business Unit Manager.

Skills

Tree surveys experience

Excellent communication skills

Visual Tree Assessments (VTA)

Report writing proficiency

Software packages (THREATS, CAVAT)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Ecology

A Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS systems

CAD systems

Tree survey software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Arboricultural Consultant

Ref. No.: CJD(phone number removed)A

Location: Based near Epsom

Salary: £33,000 - £38,000

This is a great opportunity to join a well-respected, eco-conscious multidisciplinary consultancy renowned for its expertise across terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, and landscape architecture. The team is looking for a talented, experienced Arboricultural Consultant to work on a variety of challenging projects with a growing team near the historical spa town of Epsom.

Benefits

• Highly competitive basic salary (commensurate with experience)
• Rewards for long service and outstanding performance
• Enhanced Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Life Insurance
• Discounted membership schemes
• Professional memberships paid for by the company
• Extensive training and career progression opportunities and a commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Regular team building and social activities

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of arboricultural consultancy services, adhering to the relevant British Standards and observing best practice
• Undertake arboricultural surveys, utilising data to inform high-quality reports
• Prepare quotes, bids, and tenders for a range of clients across the public and private sectors
• Oversee and manage a range of projects
• Liaise with the Business Unit Manager to ensure budgets are adhered to, and profits are made

Required skills and experience

• A strong academic background (such as a Bachelor's or Master's Degree) in Ecology (or similar, relevant field)
• A Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture (or proactively working to attain this)
• Demonstrable experience of undertaking tree surveys, within a consultancy setting
• Excellent working knowledge of Visual Tree Assessments (VTA), developing surveys in alignment with the relevant British Standards (i.e., BS5837:2012)
• Experience of writing high-quality, precise Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA) and Method Statements
• Outstanding communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Strong proficiency in writing accurate reports, and delivering their content in clear and engaging ways to stakeholders
• Extensive experience of using the relevant arboricultural systems and software packages, including THREATS, CAVAT, TEMPO, RAVEN, and iTree, etc.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, GIS and CAD systems, and tree survey software
• A full, valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (including business insurance coverage)

Desirable skills and experience

• Able to work on your own initiative, but also as part of a close-knit team
• Possess a good knowledge of the region and surrounding areas
• Excellent time management skills
• Willing to travel to a range of sites, as and when required

How to apply

If you are interested in the role of Arboricultural Consultant, please contact the Ecology Team at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.