tree inspection officer

Active Care Group; Chasetown; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in the Staffordshire area is seeking a Tree Inspection Officer to manage tree protection orders, conduct site surveys, and oversee conservation order notices. The ideal candidate will have a Level 5 qualification in Arboriculture and relevant experience. This role is on-going temporary work with the potential for permanence, operating Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:30. A full UK driving licence is required, along with strong IT skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as a tree protection officer preferred.
• Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or equivalent required.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Issue and manage tree protection orders.
• Manage conservation order notices.
• Undertake site and tree surveys.
• Visit sites across the area.

Skills

IT literate

Ability to maintain accurate records

Prioritise and manage own workload

Use own initiative

Teamwork

Education

Minimum Level 5 qualification in Arboriculture or equivalent

Job description

Tree Inspection Officer

Fantastic opportunity for a Tree Inspection Officer to work with one of the leading local authorities within the Staffordshire area.

Job Details

• Days: Monday – Friday
• Hours per week: 37 (09:00‑17:30 Mon – Fri)
• Pay Rate: £18‑£19 p/h, Umbrella, paid weekly
• Location: WS11
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: On‑going temporary work which could become permanent for the right candidate

Responsibilities

Job role will include issuing and managing tree protection orders, managing conservation order notices, undertaking site and tree surveys and visiting sites across the area. Other duties could be required.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 5 qualification in Arboriculture or equivalent
• Previous tree protection officer experience
• Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or equivalent
• IT literate (Word, Excel and office packages)
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Prioritise and manage own workload to a deadline
• Use own initiative and work well within a team
• Full UK driving licence

Contact

If you are interested in becoming part of a highly reputable team, please call Laura Trawford at Think Property Services on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your CV to.