Consultant / Senior Arboricultural Consultant

RSK Biocensus; Wetherden; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Enhanced annual leave purchase scheme

Company-funded training and CPD

Health Cash Plan

Professional membership fees paid

Life assurance

Health Assured Employee Assistance 14

Job summary

RSK Biocensus is recruiting an Arboricultural Consultant to join its growing team. The role combines site surveys, client meetings and technical reporting across UK projects, from ancient woodlands to major infrastructure.

You should have a Level 3-4 Arboriculture qualification and experience with BS5837 surveys. The role offers hybrid working, a salary of £29,000–£45,000 and a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum QCF Level 3-4 qualification in Arboriculture.
• Experience undertaking tree surveys and inspections.
• Working knowledge of BS5837 and UK planning processes.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• A friendly and approachable manner.
• The ability to provide detailed, concise and professional advice to clients (verbally and in report form) to required deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Undertake arboricultural surveys, inspections and assessments across a diverse range of development, infrastructure and land management projects
• Prepare high-quality technical reports including BS5837 surveys, Arboricultural Impact Assessments, Arboricultural Method Statements and Tree Protection Plans
• Lead Arboricultural Clerk of Works commissions on major infrastructure and development projects
• Assist with tender preparation, fee proposals and project management activities
• Manage your own workload and projects, delivering work to agreed budgets and timescales.
• Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate.
• You will undertake all work with an appropriate level of care and attention, compliant with RSK procedures and within given budgets and timescales.
• You will demonstrate very good communication skills with team members and peers. You will be self-motivated, exhibiting a proactive approach, working well within a team.

Skills

BS5837 surveys

Arboricultural inspections

Arboricultural reporting

Ancient woodland assessments

NSIPs & DCOs

Renewable energy developments

Highways & rail schemes

Client liaison

Education

QCF Level 3-4 Arboriculture

Tools

BS5837 guidance

Job description

Arboricultural Consultant / Senior Arboricultural Consultant

Job Type: Full Time (Permanent)

Location: UK Flexible

Salary: £29,000 - £45,000 (DOE)

The Role

Do you want to be a part of helping shape the future of trees, woodlands and development across the UK?

Would you like the opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure, renewable energy and development projects?

RSK Biocensus could have the perfect opportunity for you. With a strong and growing arboriculture team and an exciting and diverse range of projects in our workbook, we are looking to recruit experienced arborists all over the UK into our family of professional ecological consultants.

You can expect a varied role combining site surveys, client meetings, technical reporting and collaboration with ecologists, planners and engineers. No two projects are the same. From ancient woodlands and veteran trees to major transport and energy schemes, you'll play a key role in balancing development with the protection and enhancement of valuable woodland habitats.

The post is likely to require a mix of days on site and in the office with flexible working arrangements and the successful candidate must be happy to travel and stay away for periods of time. Potential office-based locations include, Bristol, Cardiff, Norwich, London, Manchester, Hemel Hempstead, Tonbridge, Coventry, Helsby, Leeds & Glasgow.

What You'll Be Working On

• BS5837 surveys and impact assessments
• Tree condition and risk inspections
• Ancient woodland and veteran tree assessments
• Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs)
• Development Consent Orders (DCO's)
• Renewable energy and solar developments
• Major highways, rail and utility schemes
• Expert advice to planners, engineers and developers

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake arboricultural surveys, inspections and assessments across a diverse range of development, infrastructure and land management projects
• Prepare high-quality technical reports including BS5837 surveys, Arboricultural Impact Assessments, Arboricultural Method Statements and Tree Protection Plans
• Lead Arboricultural Clerk of Works commissions on major infrastructure and development projects
• Assist with tender preparation, fee proposals and project management activities
• Manage your own workload and projects, delivering work to agreed budgets and timescales.
• Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate.
• You will undertake all work with an appropriate level of care and attention, compliant with RSK procedures and within given budgets and timescales.
• You will demonstrate very good communication skills with team members and peers. You will be self-motivated, exhibiting a proactive approach, working well within a team.

Personal Attributes And Experience

We're looking for someone who is passionate about trees and the role they play in shaping our landscapes. Whether your experience is in development projects, tree risk management or planning, you'll be keen to develop your expertise and contribute to high-quality technical work.

• Minimum QCF (Qualifications and Credit Framework) Level 3-4 qualification in Arboriculture
• Experience undertaking tree surveys and inspections
• Working knowledge of BS5837 and UK planning processes
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• A friendly and approachable manner
• The ability to provide detailed, concise and professional advice to clients (verbally and in report form) to required deadlines

Salary And Benefits

Along with a competitive salary of between £29,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience, you will be able to enjoy a wide range of benefits including:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Enhanced annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and CPD
• Health Cash Plan
• Professional membership fees paid
• Life assurance
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym discounts and wellbeing support

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.