Job details
Job reference VAC008417 Date posted 22/06/2026 Application closing date 31/07/2026 Location Bower Ashton Depot Kennel Lodge Road, Bristol, BS3 2JT Salary BG11: £39,862 - £41,771 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Blank Attachments Job Description.pdf Person Specification.pdf
1x Part Time - 14.8 hrs per week, Fixed Term
What will I be doing?
As part of an experienced and well‑established team you will be responsible for the risk management of Bristol City Council’s tree population within parks, open spaces and highways.
You will provide expert and specialist arboricultural services, including providing advice to other Council departments and external partners, ensuring technical information is accessible to non‑specialist audiences. You will be responsible for consultation and engagement processes relating to tree management activities.
What do I need to have?
You will have a minimum Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture. You will make decisions regarding the risk management of trees informed by industry practices, QTRA and relevant British Standards. You will be familiar with commissioning and contracting works. If you do not hold a QTRA qualification, you must demonstrate a willingness to pursue training.
You will have excellent communication skills and be able to develop positive working relationships with stakeholders and colleagues, including maintaining good relationships with our tree contractors.
You will be motivated and able to work independently, planning and prioritising your work.
Benefits
At Bristol City Council we offer a fast‑moving and supportive work environment, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high‑profile organisation. For most roles, hybrid working arrangements are available, allowing teams to balance service need and individual choice – mixing both home and office working.
Brook together with a flexible working and flexitime scheme, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. You’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.
Disability Confident Employer
We are a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We’ll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.
Interview Logistics
Interviews are expected to take place in person on Thursday 20th August 2026.
EEO Statement
Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves; we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
