Assistant Arboricultural Officer: Urban Tree Stewardship

The Royal Parks; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £28,864-£33,000 per annum

26 days' annual leave + public/bankhol

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Beautiful location offices

Job summary

The Royal Parks is seeking an Assistant Arboricultural Officer to join the Arboriculture Team. You will help manage and protect our tree stock across parks, highways and housing estates, ensuring trees are safe and healthy for visitors and wildlife.

Working with experienced Arboricultural Officers, you will assist with inspections, maintenance planning, records, and biodiversity initiatives, while developing your technical knowledge in arboriculture and environmental management within a

Qualifications

• A qualification in Arboriculture, Forestry, Environmental Management or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Level 2/4 qualification in tree inspection.
• Knowledge of tree species identification, tree biology and Arboricultural principles.
• Understanding of tree risk management and relevant legislation.
• Strong IT skills and MS Office
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Support the management and protection of TRP's tree stock, ensuring trees are safe and healthy.
• Assist with tree inspections and monitor contractor performance.
• Contribute to tree planting and biodiversity initiatives.
• Maintain accurate tree records and support environmental objectives.

Skills

Arboriculture knowledge

Tree inspection (Level 2/4)

Tree species identification

Tree biology

Arboricultural principles

Tree risk management

Legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Record keeping

IT skills (MS Office)

Driving licence (UK)

Education

Arboriculture/Forestry degree or equivalent

Job description

The Royal Parks is seeking an Assistant Arboricultural Officer to join the Arboriculture Team. You will help manage and protect our tree stock across parks, highways and housing estates, ensuring trees are safe and healthy for visitors and wildlife.

Working with experienced Arboricultural Officers, you will assist with inspections, maintenance planning, records, and biodiversity initiatives, while developing your technical knowledge in arboriculture and environmental management within a