Tree Preservation Order Review Project Officer - Doncaster

About the job

TPO (Tree Preservation Order) Review Project Officer Job, Doncaster, Yorkshire 

Come and be part of what’s happening in the UK’s newest City……..

 The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the temporary role as a Project Officer leading on a review of our Tree Preservation Orders working in the Council’s busy Planning Department. The work will be both challenging and rewarding so if you are interested, please read on….

We are passionate about Doncaster - it’s a great place to live, do business and visit. We have plenty to shout about – Doncaster is the UK’s best-connected location, we have many major developments in the pipeline, a vibrant urban centre with a thriving arts and cultural scene, sport and leisure attractions, wonderful green spaces, and a fascinating heritage.  We firmly believe, as do our partners, that Doncaster is the place to be with a bright future and ambitions ahead of it.  But don’t just take our word for it – anyone joining the council, can look forward to expanding their knowledge and skills in a dynamic, creative, and nurturing environment while truly making a difference to the communities we serve.

We are seeking to recruit a temporary Project Officer to join the Planning Policy & Environment Team within our Planning Services Department for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will be responsible for undertaking a comprehensive review of our existing Tree Preservation Orders to make sure our Orders are up-to-date, valid, and legally enforceable. The Project will require extensive site work undertaking resurveys of our Orders working alone in the field and without supervision. The post holder will also be responsible for taking the appropriate desk-based steps to vary or reserve our Orders, including revoking any existing Orders, and all in line with the relevant legislation and guidance, with some support from our Legal Department for the latter stages of the process.    

This is a demanding role in terms of the workload and the emotive and often polarised opinions that trees create. You must have a recognised qualification in arboriculture. You are required to have a sound knowledge of trees and of the legislative framework surrounding Tree Preservation Orders. As above, the post requires regular site visits. A full valid driving license is essential. Access to the Council’s pool car fleet is provided.

Please ensure you view the job summary and job profile as you will need to demonstrate in your application form how you meet the required criteria.

Shortlisting will take place week commencing 7th April 2025 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held on Wednesday 16th April 2025.

For further details or an informal chat please contact:

Jonathan Clarke, Planning Policy & Environment Manager, Tel: 01302 735 316, Jonathan.Clarke1@doncaster.gov.uk

If you require support with completing the application or with interview skills in general, please contact the Advance team via email advanceemploymenthub@doncaster.gov.uk or visit their website  www.advancedoncaster.co.uk for further details.

Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community where we strive to improve the quality of life for all. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share these commitments.

City of Doncaster Council is a disability confident employer committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job, are flexible when assessing people so disabled applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate they can do the job and make reasonable adjustments as required.

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Benefits Offered

In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, a generous local government pension scheme, a wide range of well-being support and development opportunities. You will also have access to a range of staff discount and benefits schemes. More information on the benefits available to you as a City of Doncaster Council employee can be found in the attached benefits book.

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About the Company

City of Doncaster Council

There’s never been a more exciting time to join Doncaster Council.

We are passionate about Doncaster - it’s a great place to live, do business and visit. We have plenty to shout about – Doncaster is the UK’s best connected location, we have many major developments in the pipeline, a vibrant urban centre with a thriving arts and cultural scene, sport and leisure attractions, wonderful green spaces and a fascinating heritage.  We firmly believe, as do our partners, that Doncaster is the place to be with a bright future and ambitions ahead of it.  But don’t just take our word for it – anyone joining the Council, can look forward to expanding their knowledge and skills in a dynamic, creative and nurturing environment while truly making a difference to the communities we serve.