Tree Inspector

GLENDALE; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arboricultural consultancy in the UK is looking for a Tree Inspector to join their expanding Technical Services team. The ideal candidate will conduct professional tree inspections and create detailed reports for clients. Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture and good communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits such as performance-related bonuses, a company car, and generous annual leave. The position involves nationwide travel and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonuses

Company car

Generous annual leave

Free gym membership

Employee health cash plan

Pension scheme

Genuine career progression

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Preferred Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture, Level 4+ desirable.
• Lantra PTI or equivalent, or willingness to achieve.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake professional tree inspections and produce clear, evidence-based reports.
• Work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Travel across the country for inspections.

Skills

Understanding of tree health

Communication skills

Risk management skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture

Lantra Professional Tree Inspection (PTI)

Job description

Job description

Tree Inspector – Technical Services

Location: Nationwide

Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent

About Us

Glendale’s Technical Services team provides independent, professional arboricultural advice across the UK. Operating separately from our contracting division, we deliver impartial consultancy services to a wide variety of clients including local authorities, housing associations, schools, architects, developers, and private landowners. A winner of BALI Employer of the Year and has revenues of £45 million. Glendale is one of the largest green space management service providers in the UK and specialises in tree care and management, grounds maintenance and landscaping. For more information visit www.glendale-services.co.uk. We are a green business with “green thinking” at the core of everything we do. We have been at the forefront of green services provision since 1989 and offer innovative solutions for the management and maintenance of the green environment.

Our Work Spans the Full Spectrum of Arboricultural Consultancy

• Health & Safety tree inspections and risk assessments
• Decay detection (Sonic Tomography and Resistograph Microdrill)
• Tree-related subsidence surveys and reporting
• BS5837 surveys for planning and development

We are solutions-focused, promoting tree retention wherever possible while balancing safety, legal obligations, and development pressures.

The Role

We are seeking a Tree Inspector to join our expanding Technical Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for either: an experienced arboricultural consultant/inspector, or a skilled practitioner (e.g. surveyor or climbing arborist) looking to progress into consultancy. You will undertake professional tree inspections and produce clear, evidence-based reports for our clients. The role will involve working independently and as part of a supportive team of consultants, with tailored training provided to develop your skills and broaden your technical expertise.

What We Are Looking For

• Preferred Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture (Level 4+ desirable)
• Lantra Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) or equivalent (or willingness to achieve)
• Strong understanding of tree health, structure, and risk management
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce professional reports
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the country with the associated nights away.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, with performance related bonuses, company car and relocation support
• Generous annual leave
• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person
• Employee health cash plan
• Employee discount portal - discounts on travel bookings, high street vouchers, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending
• Pension scheme
• Company sick pay
• Genuine career progression
• Continuous professional development

Join Glendale’s Technical the next step in your arboricultural career.

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We are proud to be Equal Opportunity employers and are committed to inclusion and diversity.

If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.