Arboriculture Officer Wanted - Buxton
About the job
Arboriculture Officer Jobs In Derbyshire or Staffordshire
Salary: £39,513 to £43,693 per annum
Permanent Contract
Full time (37 hours per week)
Join us at an exciting time as an Arboricultural Officer within our dynamic Development Services team.
Our partnership between High Peak and Staffordshire Moorlands offers diverse landscapes, from the dramatic Peak District to rolling hills and valleys of Staffordshire Moorlands, together with bustling market and heritage spa towns and characterful villages, providing an inspiring environment for your work.
Now in its 15th year, our strategic alliance is one of local government's most successful partnerships, evolving into a single workforce that serves the unique needs of two distinct regions.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Arboricultural Officer with a solid understanding of arboriculture, including risk management, contractor oversight, trees in relation to planning, and strong customer service skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Management of the councils’ tree stock in collaboration with contractors and surveyors.
- Respond promptly to enquiries about the councils’ tree stock.
- Consider, recommend and action new TPO proposals; assess and determine TPO applications and conservation area notifications.
- Provide consultation responses for development applications.
- Work within a specialist, customer-focused team, reporting to the Head of Development Services.
Why Join Us?
The Alliance offers a competitive rewards package, including:
- Competitive salary
- Health and wellbeing programs
- Essential car user allowance
- Hybrid working
If you’re passionate about arboriculture and ready to take on a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: Midday, Friday 27th June 2025
Preferred Skills
About You:
To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- A relevant qualification in Arboriculture or equivalent experience.
- Experience with planning controls and regulations related to trees.
- Strong knowledge of planning law and procedures concerning trees.
- Proficiency in IT tools, including Word, Excel, and industry-specific software.
- Excellent written communication skills for clear, concise reporting.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
Benefits Offered
Career Graded candidates will be considered for this post; salary dependant on qualifications and experience
Work Location: Hybrid Working
Essential car user allowance
About the Company
High Peak Borough Council
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