Tree and Woodland Development Officer

City Of Trees; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused environmental charity in Greater Manchester is seeking a Project Officer who will engage with landowners to develop planting plans for new woodlands, hedgerows, and urban trees. The ideal candidate will have experience in the environmental sector and proficiency in GIS, along with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. This role is crucial for supporting the charity's initiatives in creating greener spaces and addressing climate issues.

Qualifications

• Experience in the environmental sector is required.
• Ability to create detailed planting plans is essential.
• Strong understanding of trees and woodlands benefits.

Responsibilities

• Engage with landowners to develop planting plans.
• Support delivery of planting schemes for projects.
• Work in the field to promote tree planting initiatives.

Skills

GIS proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Map interpretation for site assessments

Communication skills

Job description

Role overview

City of Trees is looking to recruit a Project Officer to join our existing team who can work in the field, engaging with landowners and their representatives to develop planting plans for new woodlands, hedgerows, and urban trees. These plans will support delivery by City of Trees and its partners and help shape future planting schemes for upcoming project pipelines.

We are seeking an experienced professional in the environmental sector with a strong understanding of the benefits of trees and woodlands, the ability to interpret maps for site assessments, and good experience in creating detailed planting plans. Proficiency in GIS, along with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, is essential.

About City of Trees

We are City of Trees, the Community Forest for Greater Manchester and registered charity. We plant trees, we look after trees, we promote a culture of trees. We plant trees for people; to create better, greener places; to boost health and wellbeing; to enhance green skills; and to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergency. We’re rooted here in Greater Manchester, the place we live and work. We are proud to call Greater Manchester home and are passionate about making our region even better, one tree at a time.

Additional information

To apply, please submit a cover letter outlining why you feel you have the necessary skills/experience that would make you a good candidate for the job, and why you want to apply for this post, a maximum of 2 pages in length. Please also submit a full CV.

Your CV should demonstrate that you have the necessary skills and experience needed to meet the requirements of this post as set out in the Principal Duties and Person Specification.

For the Job Description please [e-mail] you will alsoemail your CV and cover letter to our HR team.

The closing date for this advertisement is Thursday 8th January at 9am, with interviews expected to be held week commencing 19th January 2026

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.