Tree Officer

Brackenberry; Reigate; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking a Tree Officer for a 7.5-month contract, with a possibility of extension. Key responsibilities include administering applications for works to trees protected by Tree Preservation Orders and providing expert arboricultural advice. Candidates must hold a minimum of a QCF Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture or a related field. Immediate availability is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of QCF Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Arboriculture, Forestry, or closely related subject.
• Accredited certificate in professional tree inspection or ability to achieve shortly after appointment.
• Detailed knowledge of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 application to TPOs and Conservation Areas.

Responsibilities

• Administer and determine applications for works to trees protected by TPOs.
• Provide expert arboricultural advice on development proposals concerning existing trees.
• Ensure Council fulfills statutory duties under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

Skills

Arboriculture principles

Tree inspection and management

Knowledge of Town and Country Planning Act 1990

Understanding of British Standards BS 5837 and BS 3998

Education

QCF Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture, Forestry or related subject

Job description

Overview

We are working closely with a local authority in Reigate and Banstead to assist with the appointment of a Tree Officer on a 7.5-month contract highly likely to be extended at the client's discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: 49.00-64.70 per hour

Responsibilities

• Administer, assess and determine applications for works to trees protected by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) and notifications for works to trees in Conservation Areas.
• Provide expert arboricultural advice and written reports on the impact of development proposals and planning applications including major schemes on existing trees.
• Ensure that the Council fulfils its statutory duties under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and related legislation concerning tree protection.
• Provide clear professional and defensible arboricultural advice to Planning Officers, Legal Services, Elected Members, developers, consultants and the general public.
• Prepare evidence and potentially act as an expert witness for planning appeals, public inquiries or court proceedings related to tree issues.

Essentials

• A minimum of a QCF Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) in Arboriculture, Forestry or a closely related subject (e.g. Professional Diploma in Arboriculture, FDSc Arboriculture).
• An accredited certificate in professional tree inspection (e.g. LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection) or ability to achieve one shortly after appointment.
• Detailed working knowledge and experience of applying the relevant sections of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 including their practical application to TPOs, Conservation Areas and development control.
• Thorough knowledge of current best arboricultural practices including British Standards such as BS 5837 (Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction) and BS 3998 (Tree work – Recommendations).

Please note : You should be available to work immediately or at short notice. You should have the right to work in the U.K.

Disclaimer : Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though opening assignments can be extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important : We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. If the role requires an enhanced DBS your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1