Tree Inspector Wanted - Based in the East/South-East of England

About the job

Tree inspector job based in the South of England

Tree Inspector – Technical Services 

Location: Nationwide - Based in the East/South-East

Salary: £28,000 - £35,000  (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent

About Us

Glendale’s Technical Services team provides independent, professional arboricultural advice across the UK. Operating separately from our contracting division, we deliver impartial consultancy services to a wide variety of clients including local authorities, housing associations, schools, architects, developers, and private landowners.

A winner of BALI Employer of the Year and has revenues of £45 million.

Glendale is one of the largest green space management service providers in the UK and specialises in tree care and management, grounds maintenance and landscaping. For more information visit www.glendale-services.co.uk. We are a green business with “green thinking” at the core of everything we do. We have been at the forefront of green services provision since 1989 and offer innovative solutions for the management and maintenance of the green environment.

Our work spans the full spectrum of arboricultural consultancy, including:

• Health & Safety tree inspections and risk assessments

• Decay detection (Sonic Tomography and Resistograph Microdrill)

• Tree-related subsidence surveys and reporting

• BS5837 surveys for planning and development

We are solutions-focused, promoting tree retention wherever possible while balancing safety, legal obligations, and development pressures.

 The Role

We are seeking a Tree Inspector to join our expanding Technical Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for either:

• An experienced arboricultural consultant/inspector, or

• A skilled practitioner (e.g. surveyor or climbing arborist) looking to progress into consultancy.

You will undertake professional tree inspections and produce clear, evidence-based reports for our clients. The role will involve working independently and as part of a supportive team of consultants, with tailored training provided to develop your skills and broaden your technical expertise.

What We Are Looking For

• Prefered Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture (Level 4+ desirable)

• Lantra Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) or equivalent (or willingness to achieve)

• Strong understanding of tree health, structure, and risk management

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce professional reports

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the country with the associated nights away.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, with performance related bonuses, company car and relocation support

• Generous annual leave

• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person

• Employee health cash plan

• Employee discount portal - discounts on travel bookings, high street vouchers, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending

• Pension scheme

• Company sick pay

• Genuine career progression

• Continuous professional development

Join Glendale’s Technical Services team and take the next step in your arboricultural career.

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We are proud to be Equal Opportunity employers and are committed to inclusion and diversity

If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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About the Company

Glendale

Glendale began creating and maintaining beautiful green spaces in 1990 and our desire for bringing them alive is stronger than it’s ever been. A multi-award winning green space management specialist, people’s fondness of our work has seen us extend our service offering over the years to include everything from design and specification, through to installation, operation and ongoing maintenance for commercial, private and public sector clients nationwide. Our highly driven team don’t just see what they do as a job, more a full-blown passion for providing quality green spaces and outstanding customer service. Together, we are committed to ensuring Glendale continues to shape the future of our industry.