Arboricultural Officer Wanted - High Wycombe

About the job

Arboricultural Officer Job High Wycombe Buckinghamshire

In this role you will provide specialist arboricultural services in relation to trees and hedgerows, including the determination of Section 211 notifications and Tree Preservation Order (TPO) applications, the administration of TPOs, hedgerow removal notices and high hedge complaints.  You will provide arboricultural advice to Development Management colleagues in respect to planning matters, assist with the management of Council-owned trees and advise Council colleagues, the public, and external agencies or organisations on matters relating to trees.

This is a role with a future.  It is a permanent, full-time, career-graded role which will allow you to work in a supportive environment alongside a team of five experienced Arboricultural Officers.  In this role you can challenge yourself and progress your career as your knowledge, skills and experience increases.

Preferred Skills

• Successful applicants will have professional experience of working within the arboricultural industry, be able to demonstrate sound practical knowledge, experience of working with the public, and responding diplomatically and effectively to challenging situations.
• We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and passionate about their role in respect to trees, is ambitious, and is committed to working collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders and the public to secure the best outcomes.
• You will have reached at minimum a Level 5 qualification, or equivalent experience, and will have experience with Lantra Professional Tree inspection.
• You will have a full driving licence to enable you to effectively undertake survey work, and will be able to prioritise and organise your work to ensure deadlines are met.

Benefits Offered

Flexible and agile working

Competitive salary