Strategic Arboriculture & Urban Forest Lead

Horticulture Jobs, brought to you by HortWeek; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

West Midlands Pension Fund

30 days holiday

My Rewards Scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Birmingham City Council is seeking an experienced Arboriculture Service Lead to shape the city’s trees, woodlands and green spaces. You will lead the Tree Management Service, oversee major contracts and budgets, and drive delivery of the Urban Forest Master Plan.

The role focuses on strategic leadership, environmental sustainability, biodiversity, and community wellbeing across Birmingham. A permanent, full-time position with a grade 6 salary range is offered.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in arboriculture, forestry, or environmental management.
• Strong leadership, project management, and financial management skills.
• Experience managing contracts and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, urban forestry, and environmental sustainability.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Birmingham's Tree Management Service and specialist teams.
• Drive city-wide arboriculture and woodland management programmes.
• Deliver the Urban Forest Master Plan and sustainability objectives.
• Manage contracts, budgets, and key stakeholder relationships.
• Use data and GIS insights to support decision-making and service improvement.
• Champion community engagement and promote the benefits of urban forestry.

Skills

Arboriculture experience

Leadership & PM

Contracts management

Legislation & sustainability

Communication & influencing

Job description

Birmingham City Council is seeking an experienced Arboriculture Service Lead to shape the city’s trees, woodlands and green spaces. You will lead the Tree Management Service, oversee major contracts and budgets, and drive delivery of the Urban Forest Master Plan.

The role focuses on strategic leadership, environmental sustainability, biodiversity, and community wellbeing across Birmingham. A permanent, full-time position with a grade 6 salary range is offered.