TREE INSPECTOR

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council in Cardiff is looking for a self-motivated individual to join their Arboriculture Management team. This full-time permanent position involves managing green spaces, applying risk management principles, and effectively using resources to enhance citizen wellbeing.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 diploma in Arboriculture, a professional Tree Inspector Qualification, and strong problem-solving skills, along with experience in preparing survey reports and monitoring contractors.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Level 4 diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent.
• Professional Tree Inspector Qualification is essential.
• Experience in preparing survey reports and implementing recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse and sensitive area of Arboriculture.
• Apply risk management principles and tools.
• Monitor and administer contractors.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Effective communication skills

Problem solving skills

Risk management principles

Information technology proficiency

Education

Level 4 diploma in Arboriculture

Professional Tree Inspector Qualification

Job description

Cardiff is one of the greenest cities in the United Kingdom and the Council recognises that the City’s trees, parks and green spaces play a significant role in the general wellbeing of citizens and the city providing an important expression of Cardiff’s role as the Capital of Wales.

An exciting career opportunity exists for a self motivated and committed individual with strong organisational and effective communication skills to join the Arboriculture Management team in Parks.

About the job

You will be experienced in dealing with customers and will demonstrate the ability to solve a wide range of problems and identify solutions in what is a highly visible, diverse and sensitive area of management.

What We Are Looking For From You

The possession of a level 4 diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent is essential as is the professional Tree inspector Qualification, experience in preparing survey reports and implementing recommendations. Key to the role will be the ability to apply sound risk management principles and tools ensuring the effective use of resources and prioritisation of work, monitoring and administration of contractors.

You will need to be familiar with and competent in the use of information technology and how it can be utilised to capture, store and retrieve data to support service delivery and aid decision making.

Additional information

Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.

Important information that will help you complete your application:

• Job Category: Parks / Sport
• Working Pattern/Contract Type: Full Time Permanent