Senior Arboricultural & Landscape Officer

North Northamptonshire Council; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a dedicated Arboricultural and Landscape Officer to provide expert advice on trees, landscapes and environmental matters across the North Northamptonshire area. The role covers managing Tree Preservation Orders, assessing tree works, inspections, complaints, and helping develop policies to protect and enhance the natural and built environment.

The role offers diverse development opportunities in a high-growth region, with hybrid and flexible working

Qualifications

• Master of Landscape Architecture Degree or working towards (as per job specs).
• Thorough understanding of Tree Preservation Order, Conservation Area, High Hedge Legislation and related processes.
• Detail knowledge of tree and landscape principles, practice and law.
• Experience providing technical advice on trees and landscape.
• Ability to prepare policy and guidance notes for trees and landscape.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional arboricultural and landscape advice to support planning and development decisions.
• Manage Tree Preservation Orders and assess applications for works to protected trees.
• Undertake tree inspections, site visits and condition assessments.
• Investigate tree-related complaints (e.g., High Hedges, unauthorised works).
• Support environmental projects, placemaking and Rights of Way matters.
• Represent the Council on tree and landscape matters at appeals and hearings.
• Contribute to policy development and planning guidance.
• Collaborate with residents, developers and other stakeholders to protect and enhance the environment.

Job description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a dedicated Arboricultural and Landscape Officer to provide expert advice on trees, landscapes and environmental matters across the North Northamptonshire area. The role covers managing Tree Preservation Orders, assessing tree works, inspections, complaints, and helping develop policies to protect and enhance the natural and built environment.

The role offers diverse development opportunities in a high-growth region, with hybrid and flexible working