Assistant Tree Officer

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Abingdon
Salary
26879.00 - 31471.00 GBP Annual
Posted
22 Oct 2021
Closes
19 Nov 2021
Sectors
Engineering, Defence
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Assistant Tree Officer

Salary: GBP26,897 - GBP31,471 per annum
Hours: Full time

South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse District Councils are seeking a qualified arborist to work within the council's Forestry Service. This is an exciting and varied role working with a team of specialist advisers who are helping to shape the future environment of southern Oxfordshire.

You must have professional experience of working within the arboricultural industry and be able to demonstrate sound practical knowledge. The role offers opportunity for the right candidate to gain further qualifications and a wide range of experience in a supportive working environment alongside a team of 3 other Tree Officers.

Duties will include:

• Assist the councils' in responding to tree work applications for work to protected trees
• Provide arboricultural advice to members of the public, tree surgery contractors and a wide range of other customers
• Assist the councils' in monitoring tree protection on construction sites
• Assist the councils' planning service, advising on the arboricultural impact of proposed developments

If you have a positive team working approach and are looking to develop your knowledge and experience this is an excellent opportunity to further your career.

Closing date: 21st November 2021

You may have experience of the following: Tree Surgeon, Tree Surveyor, Arboricultural Consultant, Tree Officer, Forestry, etc.

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