Arboricultural Consultant / Surveyor Wanted - South East

About the job

Arborist Consultant / Surveyor Job - South East 

Join a growing, supportive team with great benefits!

Crown Tree Consultancy are looking for a passionate Arboricultural Consultant / Surveyor to join our team in the southeast of England, working from home. If you're looking for a workplace where your expertise is valued, your time is respected and your career development is supported, please read on. 

As an Arboricultural Consultant, each week you will visit a variety of interesting projects across London and the southeast, surveying trees and offering your expertise to clients via our impeccably produced reports. 

The day-to-day job varies considerably, from issuing pre-application planning guidance to checking on the health of veteran trees, and everything in between. Initially, your role will be dependent on your current skill set and appropriate training will be provided so that, as you gain experience, you can confidently undertake more types of work. Key responsibilities of this role include:

• On-site Tree Surveys. Conduct a diverse range of assessments at sites across London and the South East.
• Report Writing & Advisory Work. Produce BS5837-compliant Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements.
• Tree Condition Assessments. Carry out surveys, diagnose issues, and provide management recommendations.
• Client Consultation. Advise clients on all aspects of arboriculture with confidence and clarity.
• Subsidence Investigations. Conduct both preliminary and ongoing vegetation-related subsidence assessments.
• Tree Planting Schemes. Develop strategic planting plans to enhance green spaces.
• Advanced Decay Detection. Use cutting-edge technology like sonic tomography and resistance drilling.
• Construction Oversight. Supervise restricted construction activities, trial excavations, and root surveys. 

Preferred Skills

Good consultants utilise knowledge from all kinds of backgrounds; some may have been arborists while others have a wealth of construction experience. If you don’t meet every requirement but are eager to learn and have a Level 4 arboriculture qualification, we still encourage you to apply!

Here’s what will help you succeed in this role:

• Arboricultural Qualifications. Level 5 preferred, Level 4 minimum.
• UK Driving License & Own Vehicle. Essential for site visits across London and the Southeast.
• Tree Knowledge. Confident in identifying tree species, pests, and diseases.
• Tech-Savvy Approach. Proficient in Microsoft Office; CAD and GIS skills are a bonus.
• Industry Expertise. Knowledge of British Standards (BS5837 & BS3998) is desirable.
• LANTRA PTI Certification & Professional Memberships - Beneficial but not essential.
• Self-Management Skills. Ability to plan and manage your workload efficiently.
• Excellent Communication. Professional, clear, and confident in dealing with clients.
• Fluent English. Essential for report writing and client communication.

Whether you’re an experienced consultant or looking to step up in your career, we offer training and support to help you reach your potential.

Benefits Offered

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your knowledge in a practical, hands-on environment while also developing your consultancy skills. We want you to feel valued and supported in your career, so here is what we offer to full-time consultants:

• Competitive Salary. Dependent on qualifications and experience.
• Generous Holiday Allowance. Twenty-eight days of annual paid holiday, plus an extra day’s holiday on your birthday!
• Flexible Working. Adaptable hours to suit your lifestyle, additional unpaid holiday by mutual arrangement.
• Dedicated CPD Budget. Annual investment into your professional growth
• Annual Book & Well-Being Allowance. A set amount for both, every year, to support both your professional and personal development.
• All Necessary Workwear & PPE Provided. So you’re always ready for the job.
• Expense Reimbursement. 65p per mile travel costs + all survey costs covered (meals, refreshments, overnight stays)
• Pension Contribution. Supporting your future financial well-being.
• Glasses & Eye Test Contribution. If you need them, we’ve got you covered.
• Supportive Team Environment. Work alongside experienced arboricultural professionals who are happy to mentor and guide you, supported by a well-staffed office every day of the week.
• Survey & IT Equipment Provided. Everything you need to get the work done.

Crown Tree Consultancy invests in its people. From peer-to-peer training to a dedicated CPD budget, we provide the right resources to help you grow in your role.

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About the Company

Crown Tree Consultancy

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Crown Tree Consultancy was established in 2008 and has since continued to grow. Our employees provide a professional and friendly service that ensures customer satisfaction, reflected in the high volume of repeat business. 

We operate throughout the UK and produce tree reports to an exceptional standard. We are esteemed amongst local authorities and the private sector for the accuracy and quality of our tree surveys and reports.

We provide a wide range of tree surveys and reports, such as BS5837 for planning purposes, subsidence & heave risk assessments, tree condition surveys to assess the health and safety of trees, subsidence management where subsidence has already occurred, litigation where trees may be causing damage to a person’s property and many more. 

We have an expanding customer base throughout the UK including local authorities, architects, developers, tree & land owners, insurers and solicitors. 

In 2023 we attended the Arboricultural Association's Arb Show and Amenity Conference with Sika, the UK's first tree decay detection dog. Sika has been trained by principal consultant Ivan Button to detect various tree decay inducing fungi and demonstrated these scenting skills at both events.