Arboricultural Specialist

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking an Arb Specialist / Arboricultural Inspector to support our highways team on a long-term contract. The role involves county-wide inspections from a depot location, ensuring safe management of trees across the highway network.

The ideal candidate will have arboriculture experience, strong reporting skills and be able to travel across the county with a full UK driving license. Availability for full-time work is preferred, with a minimum of three days per week considered.

Qualifications

• Experience in arboriculture, tree inspection or a related highways environment.
• Sound understanding of tree health and safety.
• Ability to complete inspections independently and produce clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Complete county-wide arboricultural inspections across highways and associated locations.
• Assess tree condition, safety and potential risks to the public, roads and infrastructure.
• Identify necessary maintenance and follow-up actions.
• Prepare accurate inspection records, reports and recommendations.
• Support the management of highway trees in line with arboricultural standards.
• Work collaboratively with highways teams, contractors and other stakeholders.

Skills

Arboriculture

Tree inspection

Highways environment

Report writing

Public safety awareness

Job description

Our client is seeking an Arb Specialist / Arboricultural Inspector to support the team on a long term contract basis. The position involves carrying out county-wide arboricultural inspections from a depot location, supporting the safe and effective management of trees across the highway network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete county-wide arboricultural inspections across highways and associated locations
• Assess tree condition, safety and potential risks to the public, roads and infrastructure
• Identify necessary maintenance, remedial works and follow-up actions
• Prepare accurate inspection records, reports and recommendations
• Support the effective management of highway trees in line with relevant arboricultural standards
• Work collaboratively with highways teams, contractors and other stakeholders

Job Requirements:

• Experience in arboriculture, tree inspection or a related highways environment
• Sound understanding of tree health, condition assessment and arboricultural safety
• Ability to complete inspections independently and produce clear, accurate reports
• Strong attention to detail and a responsible approach to public safety
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car for business use
• Ability to work from the designated depot location and travel across the county
• Availability for full-time work is preferred, with a minimum commitment of three days per week considered

Contract Details:

• Contract position with an anticipated start date of 30 November 2026
• Full-time working pattern preferred
• Minimum of three days per week, on average, may be considered
• Depot-based role with county-wide travel required
• No DBS check required