Tree Surveyor – Trunk Road Landscape Inspections

Amey; Ayr; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Training opportunities

Pension

Holiday entitlement (24 + 5 days)

Flexible benefits

Exclusive discounts

Volunteering days

Job summary

Amey in Scotland is seeking Permanent Tree Surveyors to join a field-based team covering Glasgow to Ayrshire. The role is full-time (45 hours/week) with travel from home in a company vehicle and remote collaboration within the team.

You will survey trees and landscape assets, monitor health and safety, support operations, and ensure quality and compliance. Strong arboriculture background and driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/Environmental Science is preferred.
• Lantra Professional Tree Inspection qualification required or to be achieved within timeframe.
• Full, valid driving licence is essential.
• Experience on trunk road maintenance contracts is desirable.
• Experience using GIS systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out surveys and inspections across the trunk road network.
• Spot defects, assess priority and support safety of landscapes.
• Support landscape-related enquiries and projects.
• Take site measurements to ensure consistency and quality.
• Assist supervision and auditing of site operations for safety and productivity.
• Identify improvement opportunities and champion new ideas.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the team.
• Complete required training to build skills for the role.

Skills

Arboriculture degree

Lantra Tree Inspection

Driving licence

GIS experience

Strong communication

Team players

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/Environmental Science

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Amey in Scotland is seeking Permanent Tree Surveyors to join a field-based team covering Glasgow to Ayrshire. The role is full-time (45 hours/week) with travel from home in a company vehicle and remote collaboration within the team.

You will survey trees and landscape assets, monitor health and safety, support operations, and ensure quality and compliance. Strong arboriculture background and driving licence are essential.