At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to conduct tree assessments and provide expert arboricultural advice.
- Company: A leading consultancy known for its innovative approach to ecology and natural capital.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Supportive environment with a focus on equality and diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on projects while protecting valuable trees and habitats.
- Qualifications: Level 4 qualification in arboriculture and experience with BS 5837 surveys.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Join a growing arboriculture team collaborating with award‑winning ecology and natural capital specialists. Use your field expertise to shape projects across sectors, develop a team, and advance your career within a national, multidisciplinary consultancy.
Purpose & Scope of the Role
You will deliver BS 5837 surveys, veteran and visual tree assessments, safety and risk surveys, and provide arboricultural advice across residential, defence, energy, transport and government projects. Responsibilities include preparing tree constraints and opportunities plans, management plans, impact assessments and method statements; liaising with local authorities on TPOs and conservation areas; supervising site works; producing fee proposals and tenders; and supporting the Natural Capital team.
Your Impact in this position
Your technical assessments and management advice will directly influence development design, protect valuable trees and habitats, and reduce project risk. You’ll improve project outcomes through clear, evidence‑based reporting, quality assurance and stakeholder engagement, while helping build an effective arboriculture capability across the business.
Five Core Capabilities
- Field Survey & Tree Assessment: Confidently deliver BS 5837, veteran tree and safety surveys using digital tools and recognised methods.
- Technical Reporting & QA: Produce concise, defensible reports, tree schedules, management plans and impact assessments with robust quality control.
- Stakeholder Liaison & Regulatory Knowledge: Engage local authorities, advise on TPOs/Conservation Areas and guide compliance through development processes.
- Project & Site Management: Supervise site works, prepare competitive fee proposals and manage tasks to time and budget.
- Team Development & Leadership: Recruit, train and line‑manage staff; foster skills development and support cross‑team collaboration with ecology and natural capital specialists.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Level 4 qualification in arboriculture (QCF) or equivalent. Demonstrable BS 5837 survey and reporting experience, strong tree identification (pests, disease, fungi), line‑management and QA experience. Full UK driving licence.
Working Environment
Flexible hybrid working with regular site visits. Location‑agile role supported by remote systems; expect a mix of field, home and occasional office days to suit projects and client engagement. Flexible hours, reduced or compressed hours considered for the right candidate.
Equality and Diversity Statement
In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day‑to‑day role.
Consultant Arboriculturist employer: Elbichologo
As a Consultant Arboriculturist with our dynamic team, you will thrive in a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises professional growth and collaboration. Our flexible hybrid working model allows you to balance fieldwork and home life while contributing to impactful projects across various sectors, ensuring your expertise shapes sustainable development and protects vital ecosystems. Join us to advance your career in a national consultancy that values your contributions and fosters a diverse environment for all employees.
