Arboricultural Consultant

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate arboriculture consultant to join their Ecology and Arboriculture team. In this role, you will engage in diverse projects across the UK, conducting site surveys, preparing technical reports, and collaborating with design teams to develop innovative mitigation solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive environment that values curiosity and diverse perspectives. If you are eager to grow your skills in arboriculture and make a positive impact, this role offers the chance to shape a fulfilling career while working on meaningful projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in arboriculture surveys and technical report writing.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and methodologies in arboriculture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and assessments related to tree hazard assessments.
• Prepare technical reports and input into arboricultural assessments.

Skills

Arboriculture

Data Analysis

Project Management

Technical Report Writing

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Tools

GIS

CAD

Digital Data Capture Devices

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

Do you have a passion for trees?

WSP has a large, highly experienced and friendly Ecology and Arboriculture team who get involved with a diverse range of interesting projects across a number of sectors within the UK for both private and public sector clients. The team pride themselves on the integrated support offered by working alongside in-house specialists to deliver commercially balanced, innovative and integrated solutions.

You will be expected to be involved with several projects concurrently and be a proactive member of the team. We have GIS and CAD specialists within WSP so knowledge of these systems is not required but is an advantage. Experience of working with digital data capture devices such as tablets in the field is preferred.

The Arboriculture and Forestry team and its projects are spread across the UK so there is flexibility on location.

Your New Role, What’s Involved?

• Site based surveys, assessments, measurements, inspections and monitoring in relation to BS5837:2012 and tree hazard assessments.
• Collation and interpretation of arboricultural information from desk studies.
• Preparing technical reports and feasibility studies, inputting into arboricultural impact assessments and arboricultural method statements.
• Liaising with design team developing mitigation solutions.
• Data analysis and project management.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Enthusiasm for arboriculture and willingness to learn.
• Appropriate academic qualification in arboriculture and experience undertaking surveys.
• Experience as an arboriculture consultant and/or as a local authority tree officer or similar.
• Experience in undertaking arboriculture surveys using digital data capture.
• Experience in inputting to and producing high quality technical arboriculture reports in support of planning applications.
• The ability to work in a pragmatic team of arboricultural, landscape and environmental professionals.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and arboricultural survey methodologies.
• The flexibility to travel and work away from home within the UK regularly.
• A desire to develop your core arboriculture and consultancy skills.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.