Chief Arborist — Urban Forestry & Tree Management

Horticulture Connected Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dublin County Council is seeking an Executive Tree Officer to lead the strategic management, protection and enhancement of the Council's tree stock across the county.

You will drive the Tree Management Plan 2026-2031, oversee inspection, maintenance and planting programmes, manage budgets and staff, and engage with elected members, residents and stakeholders to promote tree health and biodiversity.

Qualifications

• Strategic leader responsible for the tree stock across the Council area.
• Expertise in arboriculture, urban forestry and biodiversity.
• Experience managing budgets, staff and external contractors.
• Ability to engage with elected members, residents and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Tree Management Plan 2026-2031.
• Oversee tree inspection, maintenance, planting and risk management programmes.
• Manage staff, contracts, budgets and work programmes.
• Promote canopy expansion and climate action through tree-related initiatives.
• Engage with communities and external stakeholders to support objectives.

Skills

Arboriculture

Urban forestry

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Contractor management

Staff supervision

Job description

South Dublin County Council is seeking an Executive Tree Officer to lead the strategic management, protection and enhancement of the Council's tree stock across the county.

You will drive the Tree Management Plan 2026-2031, oversee inspection, maintenance and planting programmes, manage budgets and staff, and engage with elected members, residents and stakeholders to promote tree health and biodiversity.