Arboricultural Officer

Poplar Recreational Yard Hale Street London E14 0DJ This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Arboriculturalist to work as part of the Green Team. The successful candidate will work as part of the Arboriculture Team to assist with the strategic management and development of the borough\’s tree stock. Responsibilities include carrying out tree inspections, making informed tree work recommendations, providing technical advice to all council departments on arboricultural matters, responding to tree-related queries, commenting on tree work applications, and overseeing tree planting. Tower Hamlets Council is committed to maintaining and improving its green spaces across the borough. The Arboricultural Officer will play a key role in implementing this vision. The borough\’s vision is that residents are aspirational, independent, and have equal access to opportunities; that it is a place residents are proud of and love to live in; and that it is a dynamic, outcomes-based council leveraging digital innovation and partnership working to meet the changing needs of the community. We value our TOWER principles: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect. Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of discrimination based on race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, civil partnership status, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, and maternity. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce that reflects these principles. We also recognize that social and economic disadvantages can impact individuals, and we strive to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We welcome applications from those interested in flexible working arrangements and encourage residents of the borough to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr