Tree and Woodland Inspector Wanted - Matlock

About the job

Tree Surveyor Jobs in Derbyshire

Are you passionate about trees, woodlands, and protecting our natural heritage? Derbyshire County Council is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Tree and Woodland Inspector (18 hours & 30 minutes per week) to help deliver our Trees and Woodlands Strategy and ensure the safety and sustainability of trees across the county.

As Tree and Woodland Inspector, you will play a key role in the operational delivery of the Council’s tree risk management and woodland management responsibilities. Working under the guidance of the Arboriculturist, you will carry out risk-based inspections and contribute to the effective implementation of arboricultural best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and cyclic safety inspections of trees on highways, countryside sites, and corporate estates.
• Use GIS, geospatial and other databases to plan and monitor tree inspections and surveys.
• Identify tree species, diseases, pests, and structural defects.
• Undertake tree risk assessments and report findings clearly and accurately.
• Monitor arboricultural and woodland management contracts.
• Respond to public enquiries and complaints professionally.
• Report hazards and poor practices relating to private trees.
• Prepare reports and contribute to service performance analysis.

Preferred Skills

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience in arboriculture or forestry, ideally in a public or highways environment.
• Is confident using GIS, Microsoft Office, digital tools and mobile apps.
• Possesses strong communication, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Can work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Is committed to delivering excellent customer service and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Arboriculture, Forestry).
• Experience in tree inspections and risk assessment.
• A driving license and an ability to travel across Derbyshire, including remote and rural areas.

Desirable:

• Level 4 qualification (e.g. HNC, CertHE) in a relevant subject area .
• Experience of undertaking tree inspections within a local authority.
• Experience with GIS mapping systems.

Benefits Offered

We believe that hard work and commitment should be rewarded, and we offer:

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme (25 days increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, fast track physiotherapy and confidential psychological support services.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.

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About the Company

Derbyshire County Council

We work hard to be an excellent employer and in return we expect our employees to give of their best so that we can deliver high quality services to the people of Derbyshire at all times.