At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct tree surveys, prepare reports, and provide expert arboricultural advice.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at AECOM, shaping the future of the environment.
- Benefits: Diverse work environment, career growth, and opportunities to make a real impact.
- Other info: We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting projects across the UK and beyond, enhancing biodiversity.
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge of arboriculture and relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you ready to join a supportive team of talented Arboriculturists and Foresters and shape the future of the environment? Join our dynamic Nature team as a Senior Arboricultural Consultant at our Leeds, Bristol, Basingstoke, Cambridge and Croydon offices (other locations across the UK may also be considered). The award‑winning team works on projects ranging from extensive BS5837 surveys in Cork, Ireland, forestry assessments in the Scottish Highlands, tree condition surveys in Manchester, to technical advice for projects in the Middle East and veteran tree assessments in London.
In this role, you will support a variety of areas such as:
- Tree Climbing
- Tree Condition Surveys
- BS5837 Surveys
- Arboricultural Impact Assessments
- Arboricultural Method Statements
- Forestry
- Woodland Management
- Tree Planting
- Tree Valuation
- Canopy Cover Assessments
- Biodiversity Net Gain
Here’s what you’ll do:
- Organise, support and undertake tree surveys for planning purposes and to assess tree condition
- Prepare and review arboricultural reports to BS 5837:2012, Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA) and Arboricultural Method Statements (AMS)
- Prepare and review Tree Condition Reports
- Provide robust technical arboricultural advice and support for both internal and external teams and clients
- Work independently or with other arboricultural and environmental professionals in the planning, delivery and management of arboricultural services, potentially including project management
- Organise and undertake arboricultural site monitoring and supervision works to discharge planning conditions
- Contribute to developing the business, bidding and client engagement
Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Strong knowledge of arboricultural principles, including a comprehensive understanding of BS5837:2012, BS8545:2014 and BS3998:2010
- Proficiency in tree identification, inspection, condition assessment and necessary management options
- Technician’s Certificate in Arboriculture (or equivalent Level 3/4 qualification) or higher combined with demonstrable experience
- Proficient knowledge of relevant UK legislation, best practice and policy relating to arboriculture
- Full clean UK driving licence essential for attending remote sites
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
