At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead arboriculture projects and provide expert advice across diverse projects.
- Company: Join Jacobs, a company dedicated to solving critical global challenges.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, health coverage, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a values-led culture that champions inclusion and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment with global experts.
- Qualifications: Experience in arboriculture and strong project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact:
Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed – today and into tomorrow. You will be a part of growing UK Landscape and Arboriculture team of over 70 professionals. As an Associate Director of Arboriculture and Forestry, you’ll be responsible for the continuing development, implementation and management of arboriculture advice and surveys within the Landscape and Arboricultural team across a wide range of project stages and types. This is an opportunity to make a real difference and bring expertise to this innovative and exciting team.
What’s in it for you?
- Collaboration at scale — work alongside global experts within diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
- A values‑led culture — be part of an organisation that champions inclusion, innovation, and going beyond.
- Career progression — access leadership development, technical communities, and knowledge networks.
- Lead advisory projects with real‑world impact.
We offer:
- Competitive salary: We offer compensation that reflects your skills and experience.
- 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.
- Robust Pension Contributions: We offer enhanced pension contributions up to 10% to secure your future.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Single medical cover and Digital GP service, with options to add your partner and family.
- Family Planning Support: Access to fertility healthcare and family planning services.
- Enhanced Parental Leave: Enjoy enhanced parental leave pay and free membership to employee assistance and parental programs.
- Life assurance at 4x your salary.
- Income Protection: Financial security in case of long‑term illness or injury.
- Wellbeing Hub: Free access to wellbeing apps like Calm and Daily Burn.
- Professional Development: We cover professional membership fees and provide continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities.
- Community Engagement: Participate in charity matched‑funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations.
Associate Director Arboriculture in Musselburgh employer: Jacobs
At Jacobs, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous professional development opportunities and mentorship programmes, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on global water quality initiatives. Located in a vibrant environment, we provide a unique chance to engage with high-profile projects that not only challenge the status quo but also contribute to sustainable solutions for communities and ecosystems.
