Arboriculturalist Wanted - Bath
About the job
Arboriculturalist jobs in Somerset
What you'll be doing
- Planning for the future by conducting cyclical and reactive surveys across our entire estate, assessing health, species and condition
- Making informed decisions about tree care and maintenance, judging the impacts of disease, pests, structural defects and human impact, always looking for ways to preserve and enhance our tree stock
- Managing our tree database using Ezytreev software and GIS, recording precise species and health data and prioritising works based on genuine risk assessment and estate functionality
- Managing all planning application requirements and correspondence
- Working with contractors to deliver all arboricultural works to best industry standards and ensuring best value for our customers
- Responding to resident/stakeholder queries and concerns about trees, helping them understand the benefits trees bring to their communities
- Leading tree planting and wider green infrastructure projects ensuring successful establishment and aftercare
- Identifying opportunities to increase biodiversity and create better wildlife habitats across our estates
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Preferred Skills
More about you
We're looking for someone with genuine passion for trees and the environment who can balance preservation with practical risk management. You'll be proactive and self-motivated, comfortable making decisions independently in a role that combines office-based planning with outdoor surveying work.
Essential:
- LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) qualification
- Post-qualification experience in arboriculture or tree management
- Excellent tree identification skills and knowledge of pests and diseases
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Strong communication skills for working with residents and contractors
Desirable:
- Level 3 in Arboriculture (or equivalent)
- Experience with tree database systems and GIS
- Membership of the Arboricultural Association or similar
- Evidence of continued professional development
Benefits Offered
What you'll get in return
Beyond a competitive salary of £34,000 and the chance to make a lasting environmental impact, you'll get:
- 26 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) rising to 29 days after 3 years
- Your birthday off as an extra holiday
- Up to 10% matched pension contribution
- Essential car user allowance of £900 annually
- Free parking at many of our locations
- Flexible benefits which might include a Health Cash Plan
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for your wellbeing
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