Greenspace Tree Asset & Survey Officer

Livevacancies; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 24-28 days

Health & Wellness benefits

Pension plan (Aviva)

Lease car scheme

Continuous learning & development

Flexible working

Employee assistance programs

Company vehicle (travel for role)

Job summary

HMS is seeking an experienced Greenspace Tree Officer to help shape and maintain tree stock across the North West. You will carry out surveys, assess risks, and produce work instructions for contractors while supporting safety, data integrity and excellent community service.

This role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Arboriculture (or equivalent), a Tree Survey qualification, and a full UK driving licence, with strong GIS skills and a proactive, collaborative approach to work.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Professional Diploma in Arboriculture (or equivalent arboricultural qualification) - you will be required to provide proof of qualifications if invited to interview
• Relevant qualification in Tree Survey and Inspection
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience carrying out tree assessments and inspections
• Knowledge of arboricultural management practices and principles
• Experience advising customers, stakeholders or members of the public on arboricultural matters
• Sound understanding of Health & Safety legislation relating to arboricultural operations
• Experience using GIS systems and/or IT systems for recording tree survey data
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads effectively
• Flexible approach and ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build positive working relationships
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Carry out tree asset and condition surveys, ensuring tree stock is safe, well maintained and accurately recorded
• Assess trees and prescribe appropriate arboricultural management actions
• Produce work instructions for specialist contractors and in-house arboricultural teams
• Assist with monitoring tree work contracts, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard
• Support the planning and coordination of both programmed and reactive tree works
• Issue work orders to contractors and in-house teams
• Maintain accurate electronic records and survey data, ensuring compliance with data protection requirements
• Carry out periodic Health & Safety inspections and checks to ensure best practice is followed
• Provide arboricultural advice and guidance to managers, supervisors, colleagues and members of the public
• Respond professionally to customer enquiries and support the delivery of excellent customer service
• Assist with emergency responses involving dangerous or threatened trees, including participation in out-of-hours services when required
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contractors to deliver efficient, value for money services
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality management practices
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies and safe systems of work

Skills

Diploma Arboriculture

Tree Survey & Inspection

Driving Licence (UK)

Tree Assessments

Arboricultural Management

Stakeholder Advice

Health & Safety Legislation

GIS Experience

Organisation Skills

Communication Skills

Self-motivation

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Arboriculture

Tree Survey Qualification

Tools

GIS software

Job description

HMS is seeking an experienced Greenspace Tree Officer to help shape and maintain tree stock across the North West. You will carry out surveys, assess risks, and produce work instructions for contractors while supporting safety, data integrity and excellent community service.

This role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Arboriculture (or equivalent), a Tree Survey qualification, and a full UK driving licence, with strong GIS skills and a proactive, collaborative approach to work.