Arboricultural Officer

I am currently working with a local authority in South West England who are looking for a Arboricultural Officer to hit the ground running in their hard working team,

This is what the job has to offer:

Responsibilities:

• Prepare new tree preservation orders and update old ones as necessary, including conducting surveys, preparing reports, handling objections, and maintaining records efficiently.

• Consider and process notifications for the removal of hedgerows in the open countryside, preparing technical reports as needed.

• Support Planning Enforcement in investigating unauthorized tree works or hedgerow removals.

• Advise on responses to unauthorized works to trees under TPO or within a Conservation Area, and appear as a technical expert at inquiries, hearings, or court cases.

• Provide advice on planning applications and discharge of conditions, including complex and contentious applications and projects.

• Prepare reports and present evidence as a technical expert through written representation, at hearings, and at planning inquiries.

• Provide arboricultural advice and expert services independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Logistics:

• 6 month contract
• Rate £30-£35 p/h
• Inside IR35
• Hybrid working (Onsite once per week)

This role is urgent so please apply as soon as possible. If you know someone who may be interested in the role then feel free to send them the details of the role.

My email address is Joe.Davies@g2recruitment.com