Arboricultural Consultant

Thomson environmental consultants; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Enhanced stakeholder pension scheme

Life insurance

Discounted gym membership

Paid professional memberships

Clothing allowance

Performance-related rewards and long‑s

Free parking

Regular social and company events

Job summary

Thomson environmental consultants is seeking an Arboricultural Consultant to join a growing team. You will contribute to site surveys, reporting, and delivering high-quality projects while directly engaging with clients. Travel to various sites and occasional overnight stays are involved.

The role offers hybrid working with a mix of remote and office-based work, and opportunities to develop skills across a range of arboricultural disciplines.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Arboriculture qualification (or currently working towards it).
• Proven tree survey experience in a consultancy or commercial environment.
• Experience with Visual Tree Assessment (VTA) and BS5837:2012.
• Ability to write Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements clearly.
• Strong communication; ability to produce accurate reports and engage with clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and prepare reports for clients.
• Deliver high-quality projects and meet client expectations.
• Collaborate with specialists to achieve successful outcomes.
• Travel to sites across the country with occasional overnight stays.

Skills

Tree surveying experience

Visual Tree Assessment (VTA)

BS5837:2012 familiarity

Arboricultural impact assessments

Report writing

Client engagement

Driving licence (UK)

Education

Level 4 Arboriculture qualification (or current progression)

Tools

THREATS

CAVAT

TEMPO

RAVEN

iTree

MS Office

GIS/CAD

Job description

Join us in shaping a future where nature and business thrive together

At Thomson, our purpose is simple but powerful: to enable nature and business to thrive together.

We’re building a reputation as the UK’s most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy. Our ambition is to be the first choice for clients and the employer of choice for environmental professionals.

With offices across the UK, our multidisciplinary experts deliver exceptional outcomes across terrestrial and freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine science, GIS, habitat management, arboriculture and environmental impact assessment.

Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and motivated Arboricultural Consultant to join our dynamic and growing team.

As an Arboricultural Consultant, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects, from site surveys and reporting to delivering high-quality projects and interacting directly with clients. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse and impactful assignments while developing your skills and knowledge in the field.

We pride ourselves on the variety of work we offer. Our projects span from individual homeowners’ needs to large-scale national infrastructure developments, giving you the chance to work on diverse and stimulating projects. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and you’ll have the chance to work alongside other specialists to deliver exceptional results.

With clients across the country, this role will involve travel to different sites, and occasional overnight stays. If you're passionate about trees and thrive in an environment that challenges and excites you, Thomson is the place to grow and develop your skills.

Qualifications

You will be a passionate arboriculturist with some consultancy experience. Key requirements for this role include:

• A level four qualification in Arboriculture (or currently working towards it).
• Proven tree survey experience within a consultancy or commercial environment.
• Expertise in Visual Tree Assessment (VTA) and development surveys in accordance with BS5837:2012.
• Ability to write Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements with precision and clarity.
• Strong communication skills—able to produce meticulous, accurate reports and confidently engage with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience using arboricultural tools and software such as THREATS, CAVAT, TEMPO, RAVEN, and iTree is preferable but not essential.
• Proficiency with MS Office, GIS/CAD systems, and tree survey software.
• A collaborative, trustworthy team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• A full, clean UK driving licence and ownership / use of a car (with business insurance)

At Thomson we support hybrid working arrangements, employees can work a mix of remote and office working.

Additional information

Working at Thomson

At Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do—for our clients and for each other.

We believe in One Thomson: valuing every individual’s unique skills and experiences, and working together to deliver exceptional service.

Our people are our greatest asset. We are proud of our friendly, supportive and can-do culture, where nothing is too much trouble. We live and breathe our RISE values – Respect, Integrity, Support and Excellence—and we are constantly evolving, with your voice helping shape our future.

We actively promote a healthy work-life balance, offering flexibility and a supportive environment where people can thrive. We embrace new challenges, work collaboratively, and celebrate success together.

We are passionate about career development. You’ll have access to:

• Industry-accredited external training
• Specialist-led internal training
• Opportunities to work across disciplines
• The chance to contribute to and lead high-profile, once-in-a-lifetime projects

We also offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• 25 days annual leave
• Enhanced stakeholder pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discounted gym membership
• Paid professional memberships
• Clothing allowance
• Performance-related rewards and long service awards
• Free parking
• Regular social and company events

We are also committed to giving back, with strong involvement in charity fundraising and local community initiatives.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the fair and equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

We are building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We believe diversity strengthens our team and enhances the work we do.

We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.