At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect and manage tree risks while leading the Ash Dieback programme.
- Company: Surrey County Council, dedicated to community services and environmental care.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, pension scheme, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with a commitment to inclusion and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working outdoors and promoting biodiversity.
- Qualifications: Level 4 in Arboriculture and experience in tree inspection and management.
The predicted salary is between 41585 - 45135 £ per year.
Job Details
- Reference: SCC/TP/287916/5620
- Type: Permanent
- Location: Guildford, England
- Industry: Community Services
- The salary range for this position is £41,585- £45,135 per annum based on a full‑time, 36‑hour working week.
Our Offer to You
- 26 days’ holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years’ service and 31 days after 5 years’ service (prorated for part‑time staff)
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Up to 5 days of carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
- An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
- Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
- A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.
About the Role
Working within a team of Arboricultural and Countryside professionals, you will provide an effective tree risk inspection service delivering works in line with the Council’s Tree Risk Management Policy, providing advice and services to the teams requiring these services. You will lead our multi‑year Ash Dieback programme and will be expected to manage procurement, working with contractors whilst balancing your business as usual with competing priorities. The ability to prioritise, coordinate work with other officers and provide accurate reports on tree risk will be key. With safety, public access and biodiversity at the forefront of your work, you will meet tight deadlines and offer training and mentoring to ranger teams for lower‑level inspections.
Qualifications and Experience
- Qualified to at least Level 4 in Arboriculture (or a related field) and hold a valid and up‑to‑date LANTRA 3‑Day Professional Tree Inspection Certificate.
- Proven experience in commercial arboricultural or horticultural management.
- A proven record in site investigations, tree inspection reports, works programming, auditing, reporting and communicating in a clear written and verbal style.
- Experience working with, and alongside residents and key stakeholders.
- Enhanced DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check required for this role.
- Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, with willingness to travel across Surrey.
Local Government Reorganisation
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two‑tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed on 1 April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer which guarantees an interview to any applicant who has disclosed a disability on the application form and meets the minimum shortlisting criteria. We are committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, valuing inclusion and welcoming you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
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