Consultant Arboriculturist

Tetra Tech Europe; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Consultant Arboriculturist to join a growing, national arboriculture team. You will deliver BS 5837 surveys, veteran and visual assessments, and provide arboricultural advice across diverse projects, with flexible hybrid working in the UK.

You will manage tree data, reports and client communications while developing team capability and coordinating with ecology and natural capital specialists.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4 qualification in arboriculture (QCF) or equivalent.
• Demonstrable BS 5837 survey and reporting experience.
• Strong tree identification (pests, disease, fungi).
• Line-management and QA experience.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver BS 5837 surveys, veteran and visual tree assessments, safety and risk surveys.
• Prepare tree constraints and opportunities plans, management plans, impact assessments and method statements.
• Liaise with local authorities on TPOs and conservation areas.
• Supervise site works; produce fee proposals and tenders.
• Support the Natural Capital team.

Skills

BS 5837 surveys

Tree assessment

QA reporting

Stakeholder liaison

Site management

Team leadership

Education

Level 4 Arboriculture (QCF)

BS 5837 survey experience

Job description

Consultant Arboriculturist — Flexible UK locations

Join a growing arboriculture team collaborating with award‑winning ecology and natural capital specialists. Use your field expertise to shape projects across sectors, develop a team, and advance your career within a national, multidisciplinary consultancy.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

You will deliver BS 5837 surveys, veteran and visual tree assessments, safety and risk surveys, and provide arboricultural advice across residential, defence, energy, transport and government projects. Responsibilities include preparing tree constraints and opportunities plans, management plans, impact assessments and method statements; liaising with local authorities on TPOs and conservation areas; supervising site works; producing fee proposals and tenders; and supporting the Natural Capital team.

Your Impact in this position

Your technical assessments and management advice will directly influence development design, protect valuable trees and habitats, and reduce project risk. You’ll improve project outcomes through clear, evidence‑based reporting, quality assurance and stakeholder engagement, while helping build an effective arboriculture capability across the business.

Five Core Capabilities

• Field Survey & Tree Assessment
  • Confidently deliver BS 5837, veteran tree and safety surveys using digital tools and recognised methods.
• Technical Reporting & QA
  • Produce concise, defensible reports, tree schedules, management plans and impact assessments with robust quality control.
• Stakeholder Liaison & Regulatory Knowledge
  • Engage local authorities, advise on TPOs/Conservation Areas and guide compliance through development processes.
• Project & Site Management
  • Supervise site works, prepare competitive fee proposals and manage tasks to time and budget.
• Team Development & Leadership
  • Recruit, train and line‑manage staff; foster skills development and support cross‑team collaboration with ecology and natural capital specialists.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Level 4 qualification in arboriculture (QCF) or equivalent. Demonstrable BS 5837 survey and reporting experience, strong tree identification (pests, disease, fungi), line‑management and QA experience. Full UK driving licence.

Working Environment

Flexible hybrid working with regular site visits. Location‑agile role supported by remote systems; expect a mix of field, home and occasional office days to suit projects and client engagement. Flexible hours, reduced or compressed hours considered for the right candidate.

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 Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

Equality & Diversity statement

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