Arboriculture Officer

NRL Group Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Hounslow is seeking an Arboriculture Officer to manage the health and sustainability of trees. The role involves overseeing the Council's Tree Risk Management Programme and advising on arboricultural management practices. Ideal candidates will possess Level 5 Arboricultural qualifications and experience in tree inspection. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract with potential for permanent employment.

Benefits

Mileage allowance or pool car for travel

Opportunity to protect green infrastructure

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a customer-facing role.
• Knowledge of risk management and legislation related to trees.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and sustainability of trees in Hounslow.
• Deliver the council’s Tree Risk Management Programme.
• Advise on all aspects of arboricultural management.

Skills

Proven experience in arboriculture

Strong technical knowledge of tree inspection

Ability to use tree inventory software

Education

Arboricultural qualification to Level 5 (HND/FdSc)

LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) certification

Job description

As Arboriculture Officer, at one of our infrastructure clients in Hounslow, you’ll be responsible for the health, safety, and sustainability of trees across the London Borough of Hounslow’s highway network. This role focuses on delivering the council’s Tree Risk Management Programme, ensuring compliance with legislation, and advising on all aspects of arboricultural management.

What you will need

• Arboricultural qualification to Level 5 (HND/FdSc) or equivalent.
• LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) certification.
• Proven experience in arboriculture, ideally in a customer-facing role.
• Strong technical knowledge of tree inspection, risk management, and legislation.
• Ability to use tree inventory and inspection software to maintain accurate records.

What’s in it for you

• 6-month fixed term contract with a view to permanent.
• Mileage allowance or pool car for travel.
• Opportunity to play a key role in managing and protecting the borough’s green infrastructure.

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