Arboricultural Consultant

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

Job summary

A reputable multidisciplinary consultancy in Guildford seeks an Arboricultural Consultant to deliver high-quality consultancy services. Ideal candidates will have an academic background in Ecology and experience conducting tree surveys. Responsibilities include project management, developing reports, and ensuring compliance with British Standards. Competitive salary and benefits will be provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Healthcare Cash Plan

Discounted gym membership

Professional memberships paid

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in Ecology or a similar discipline.
• Experience in undertaking tree surveys within a consultancy setting.
• Excellent working knowledge of Visual Tree Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide arboricultural consultancy services adhering to British Standards.
• Undertake surveys, analysing data for reports.
• Prepare quotes and manage projects.

Skills

Tree surveys

Visual Tree Assessments

Arboricultural Impact Assessments

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS and CAD systems

Arboricultural systems/software

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Ecology

Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture

Tools

THREATS

CAVAT

TEMPO

RAVEN

iTree

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Arboricultural Consultant

Location: Guildford

Salary: £33,000 - £38,000

Ref. No.: CJD

This is the ideal opportunity to join a highly-respected, eco-conscious Multidisciplinary Consultancy, renowned for lending their expertise across the terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, and landscape architecture fields. They are on the lookout for a driven, experienced Arboricultural Consultant, willing to take on a variety of challenging projects alongside a growing team of professionals, in the historical, bustling market town of Guildford.

Benefits

• Highly competitive 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 gym membership
• 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 arboricultural consultancy services to the highest of standards, adhering to the relevant British Standards and observing best practice
• Undertake arboricultural surveys, analysing and interpreting 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 a similar, relevant discipline)
• A Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture (or actively working to attain this)
• Demonstrable experience of undertaking tree surveys, within a consultancy setting
• Excellent working knowledge of Visual Tree Assessments (VTA), having developed 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 contents in clear and engaging ways to a variety of clients and other 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

• An excellent team player, also able to work on your own initiative
• 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. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy