Tree Inspector

Advanced Resource Managers Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Limited is seeking a Tree Inspector in Leicester, Leicestershire. The role is hybrid with full-time hours and involves site inspections across the county, as well as office and home-based administrative work.

You will inspect roadside and council-owned trees, identify defects, assess risks, and prepare reports to guide remedial actions. In addition, you will monitor Ash Dieback and contribute to treekeeping and data management.

Qualifications

• This role requires a good understanding of arboriculture and tree health.
• Strong observational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trees on highways and County Council sites to identify defects and hazards.
• Investigate tree ownership and prepare reports to support enforcement actions.
• Monitor and report on Ash Dieback and other tree health issues.
• Maintain accurate tree inspection records and inventories.
• Update and manage tree data using computerised systems and databases.
• Issue and monitor work instructions to contractors.
• Assist with emergency responses involving trees and support forestry activities.

Skills

Arboriculture knowledge

Tree health assessment

Job description

Tree Inspector in Leicester, Leicestershire

Location

Leicester, Leicestershire

Salary

Negotiable

Contract

Contract

Tree Inspector

Location: County Hall, Leicestershire (Forestry Office)
Service Area: Operational Property / Countryside Services - Forestry Group
Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week), Hybrid Working

We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Tree Inspector to join our Forestry Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in arboriculture, forestry, and public safety to play a key role in managing and protecting the County's tree assets.

About the Role

This is a hybrid role, combining site-based inspections across Leicestershire with office and home-based administrative work. You will spend time carrying out tree inspections in the field, as well as preparing reports, updating records, and managing data remotely and from the Forestry Office.

You will inspect roadside and other County Council-owned trees, identifying defects, assessing risks, and preparing reports to support remedial action where required. You will also help monitor the progression of Ash Dieback disease and contribute to the management of affected trees.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect trees on highways and other County Council sites to identify defects and potential hazards.
• Investigate tree ownership and prepare reports to support enforcement actions where necessary.
• Monitor and report on Ash Dieback and other tree health issues.
• Maintain accurate tree inspection records and inventories.
• Update and manage tree data using computerised systems and databases.
• Issue and monitor work instructions to contractors.
• Assist with emergency responses involving trees and support wider forestry and arboricultural activities.

About You

You will have a good understanding of arboriculture and tree health, strong observational and record-keeping skills, and the ability to work independently both in the field and remotely. A flexible and collaborative approach is essential, as supporting colleagues and responding to urgent situations are important aspects of the role.

Occasional out-of-hours working may be required, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, for which overtime or time off in lieu will be provided.