Arboricultural Consultant

SEED Arboriculture Ltd; Evesham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

CPD budget

Private medical insurance

Travel allowances

Industry body memberships

Job summary

SEED Arboriculture Ltd is seeking a proactive arboriculture consultant to join a small, dynamic team and lead project delivery across the UK. You will coordinate with Local Planning Authorities, Planning Consultants, Architects, Developers and Land Managers, ensuring timely and quality outcomes.

The role offers a flexible hybrid working environment, travel across the UK, and opportunities for career progression. Relevant arboriculture planning experience and BS5837 skills are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proactive, organised and able to communicate with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with tree surveys and planning reports (BS5837:2012).
• Knowledge of trees in planning processes and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead in managing projects and time within a small, dynamic team.
• Travel around the UK regularly to client sites and projects.
• Collaborate with Local Planning Authorities, Planning Consultants, Architects and Land Managers.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Pro-active / organised

Client liaison

Education

BS5837:2012 tree surveys

Tools

AutoCAD

QTRA

THREATS

VALID

Job description

The role would suit someone who wants to be part of a small, dynamic team within a growing business. You will have the opportunity to take the lead in managing projects and time within a welcoming, flexible working environment. The ability to be motivated while working independently or as part of a team is critical.

We have great relationships with our clients and project teams, so a positive, approachable attitude and great communication skills are essential.

It’s important to us that work is an enjoyable place to be, and we offer a fun, relaxed working environment whilst ensuring we stay on top of our game.

Along with the required qualifications and experience, we need consultants who are up for a challenge, using exceptional initiative and communication skills to solve complex problems with multiple stakeholders including Local Planning Authorities, Planning Consultants, Architects, Developers and Land Managers to name a few…

We work with some stand-out clients on a range of amazing projects across the UK. With this comes the requirement to travel around the UK regularly, with the occasional requirement for overnight stays.

There is a huge opportunity for career progression and increased responsibility, if you are a great fit with the company, have the drive to do an excellent job and enjoy yourself in the process.

Key Requirements

• Pro‑active and organised with exceptional communication skills and ability to work seamlessly within large project teams.
• Good experience in undertaking BS5837:2012 tree surveys & planning reports (Arboricultural Impact Assessment / Method Statement etc.)
• Strong knowledge of trees within the planning process.
• AutoCAD skills (production of Tree Constraints Plans / Tree Protection Plans etc.) are desirable, but training can be provided.
• Experienced in undertaking Tree Risk Assessment (use of various methodologies such as QTRA, THREATS, VALID etc would be beneficial)
• Professional Tree Inspection certificate would be beneficial.
• Good knowledge of current legislation, standards and best practice within the industry.
• Flexible / Hybrid working – We understand everyone has a life outside work so always do what we can to accommodate the best life/work balance.
• Vitality Private Medical Insurance (no excess)
• Bonus scheme for bringing and developing new clients.
• CPD budget and opportunities to get involved in work‑related projects
• Membership to industry bodies (Institute of Chartered Foresters and Arboricultural Association) along with support to work towards Professional Membership (Chartered Arboriculturist) if desired.
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity pay

Benefits

• Holidays: 33 days including public holidays