Assistant Arboriculturist

Waterjobsuk; Southampton, Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an enthusiastic Arboriculturist to join the Landscape Team. You will conduct BS5837 tree surveys, prepare reports, and work with multidisciplinary teams on projects across the UK.

The role combines site and office work with hybrid working; travel throughout the country and occasional overnight stays are expected; a valid driving licence is essential. You will develop your project management skills and contribute to bid efforts, with opportunities for career progression in

Qualifications

• Understanding of BS5837:2012 ‘Trees in Relation to Design, Demolition and Construction – Recommendations’
• Good tree identification
• Experience of conducting tree surveys and preparing reports including, with guidance from colleagues, Impact Assessments (AIA) and Method Statements (AMS)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CAD and / or similar tree related software
• Able to work independently to meet project deadlines
• We work throughout the UK so you will need to be able to commit to regular travel, throughout the country, with the potential for occasional over nights stays
• A valid driving licence is essential

Responsibilities

• Attend sites and conduct tree surveys in accordance with BS5837 using tablet-based data capture software
• Write and collate tree related reports, schedules and plans including Tree Surveys, Impact Assessments (AIA) and Method Statements (AMS)
• Collaborate with arboriculture colleagues, multi-disciplinary teams and project groups to deliver successful project outcomes

Skills

Tree surveying

Report writing

CAD software

Independent work

Travel flexibility

Education

Driving licence

Tools

AutoCAD

AxciScape

Microsoft Office

Job description

Region: West Midlands , South East Vicinity: Southampton , Birmingham Industry Sector: Conservation Jobs , Ecology Jobs , Environmental Jobs , Biodiversity Jobs , GIS Jobs , Arboriculture Jobs , Stakeholder Engagement Jobs , Environmental Management Jobs , Habitat Management Jobs , Tree Jobs Job Category: Legal/Regulatory , Project Management , Policy , Compliance , Planning , Reporting , Arboriculturist , Surveying , Tree Surgeon Job Type: Permanent Education Level: Please see job description Salary Description: Competitive Salary + Excellent Range of Benefits Posted: 01/10/2026 Start Date: ASAP Recruiter: Tetra Tech Job Ref: GreenJobs - req8430 Closing Date: 30/11/2026

Working closely with colleagues in the Landscape Team and multi-disciplinary colleagues you’ll be solving problems that deliver successful project outcomes for our clients across a wide range of sectors throughout the UK.

The work includes site and desk-based work and typically includes:

• Attending sites and conducting tree surveys in accordance with BS5837 using tablet-based data capture software
• With support and guidance of colleagues, writing and collating tree related reports, schedules and plans including Tree Surveys, Impact Assessments (AIA) and Method Statements (AMS)
• Working closely with arboriculture colleagues, multi-disciplinary colleagues and project teams to help deliver successful project outcomes

Your Impact in This Position

In the short term, you’ll establish a good working relationship with colleagues in the Arboriculture and Landscape Team, and other disciplines within the office. You will have the opportunity to immediately contribute to project delivery and fee earning work supporting projects throughout the UK. You will also have the opportunity to project manage your own projects appropriate to your level of experience.

Over the medium term, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career with greater responsibility for project management of larger arboriculture projects and developing client relationships that support a fulfilling career and contribute to profitable project outcomes. Working on multi-disciplinary projects you will also be able to develop working relationships with colleagues in other disciplines to support bids and secure new commissions.

In the long term, subject to performance, you’ll have the opportunity to continue to develop your career further with the potential to move into management roles within the Arboriculture and Landscape Team.

Tree Surveys

The position requires an enthusiastic arboriculturist who, with the support of colleagues, can competently undertake tree surveys in accordance with BS 5837 across a wide range of sectors.

AutoCAD and associated Software

The role requires experience of, or an aptitude and enthusiasm to use, computer tablets to capture survey data. Consequently, you will need to have an understanding of AutoCAD and/ or tree survey related software such as AxciScape. Training will be provided for AxciScape software, but you will ideally have some knowledge and experience of CAD software.

Project Management and Organisational Skills

Reflecting the level of experience, the position will have responsibility for small to medium sized projects under the direction of a more senior team member. Applicants will need to have good organisational and project management skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Understanding of BS5837:2012 ‘Trees in Relation to Design, Demolition and Construction to Construction – Recommendations’
• Good tree identification
• Experience of conducting tree surveys and preparing reports including, with guidance from colleagues, Impact Assessments (AIA) and Method Statements (AMS)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CAD and / or similar tree related software
• Able to work independently to meet project deadlines
• We work throughout the UK so you will need to be able to commit to regular travel, throughout the country, with the potential for occasional over nights stays
• A valid driving licence is essential

Working Environment

The position involves a mix of site and office-based work with the expectation that a higher proportion will be on site. Hybrid working arrangements are offered with an expectation (if not otherwise out on site) to be in the office at least 1-2 days per week.

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Why join Tetra Tech?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.

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