Tree Surveyors

ameygroupi; Aberdeen City; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Amey Ltd is seeking Permanent Tree Surveyors to join our Scottish Grounds Maintenance team. This full-time role involves surveys and inspections of trees and landscape assets across Perth to Aberdeen, with travel from home in a company vehicle.

You will support trunk road landscape management, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and work closely with managers and surveyors to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or higher national qualification in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, or environmental science.
• Lantra Tree Inspection qualification or commitment to achieve it within a set timeframe.
• Full, valid driving licence and willingness to travel across Perth to Aberdeen.

Responsibilities

• Carry out surveys and inspections across the network to identify defects and priorities.
• Support monitoring of operational landscape teams and ensure safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Undertake site measurements and provide accurate data using approved methods.
• Assist supervision and auditing of site operations and training where needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the team and share insights for improvements.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders with clear, helpful communication.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Workload management

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Arboriculture or related field

Lantra Professional Tree Inspection qualification

Tools

GIS

Job description

We are excited to offer new fantastic opportunities for Permanent Tree Surveyors to join our dynamic Scottish Grounds Maintenance team. This is a full‑time role working 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

You will work remote as part of a team of managers and surveyors on Amey’s NMC NE account which spans from Perth to Aberdeen. You will travel from home each day in a company provided vehicle to various locations within this geographical area.

In this role , you willsupport the management of the trunk road landscape by undertaking surveys and inspections of trees, woodlands and other landscape assets to meet and maintain health, safety, contractual and legal obligations. You will also support monitoring of operational teams. This role would suit a candidate with an arboricultural inspection and / or supervision background based within this geographical area.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out surveys and inspections across our network.
• Spot defects, assess their priority and help keep our landscapes safe and thriving.
• Support landscape‑related enquiries and projects.
• Undertake site measurements in line with approved methods to ensure consistency and quality.
• Assist supervision and auditing of site operations to ensure safety, quality and productivity standards are consistently met.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and champion new ideas.
• Work closely and effectively with colleagues across the team.
• Complete all necessary training to build the skills and knowledge you need to excel.

We’re seeking someone who brings the right blend of teamwork, independence and attention to detail:

• A well‑organised team player with strong communication skills.
• Can confidently manage and prioritise workloads to deliver great results.
• Self‑motivated, reliable and comfortable working both independent and collaboratively.
• Meticulous, accurate and diligent in all aspects of work.
• Clear and effective in both written and verbal communication.Can confidently use IT systems which support the role of a surveyor.
• Able to work constructively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, providing helpful advice where needed.

To succeed in this role, you’ll ideally bring:

• An HNC, HND or Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science or a related subject (preferred).
• A current Lantra Professional Tree Inspection qualification, or a commitment to achieve it within an agreed timeframe (essential).
• Experience on a trunk road maintenance contract or in a similar role (desirable but not essential).
• Experience using GIS systems (desirable but not essential).Strong entry‑level candidates with relevant qualifications are welcome.
• A full, valid driving licence.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.