Arboricultural Surveyor Wanted - St Helens

About the job

Arboricultural jobs in the North West 

Ascerta is an established, forward-thinking consultancy providing integrated services across landscape architecture, arboriculture, and ecology. We’re seeking an experienced Arboricultural Surveyor to join our arboricultural team.

This is a core role in our business, offering the opportunity to be part of the future of our arboricultural services while working on diverse, high-profile projects across the UK.

The Role

As an Arboricultural Surveyor, you'll be at the forefront of our arboricultural department, gathering site data to a high degree of accuracy in accordance with BS5837. You’ll also undertake tree risk management surveys, woodland management surveys as well as liaison with our in-house teams of arboriculturists, ecologists and landscape architects.

This is a home-based role with the ideal candidate being located around the north midlands / north west England.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver BS5837, Tree Risk Management  & woodland surveys.
• Produce Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements.
• Coordinate with clients, local authorities, and planning teams.
• Work closely with ecology and landscape teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Champion a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Preferred Skills

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven arboricultural survey experience.
• A thorough understanding of BS5837, tree biology and risk management.
• A client-focused, solutions-driven mindset.
• A collaborative approach to working.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and organisational skills.

Qualifications & Skills

• Level 4 or higher arboricultural qualification.
• LANTRA PTI desirable but not essential.
• Strong technical knowledge of arboriculture, planning, and development.
• Experience using GIS and tree survey software is advantageous.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Benefits Offered

Why Join Ascerta?

• Flexible home-based working
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Diverse, meaningful projects across the UK
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Inclusive culture with a clear vision for the future
• Excellent career progression prospects
• Pension, expenses, funded social events, funded training / CPD etc

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About the Company

Ascerta

Ascerta is an established, forward-thinking consultancy providing integrated services across landscape architecture, arboriculture, and ecology.