At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct tree inspections, surveys, and produce detailed reports for development projects.
- Company: Join a leading consultancy in Solihull focused on tree management and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Earn £36.00 per hour, enjoy flexible part-time hours, and gain valuable experience.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on diverse projects and collaborate with various stakeholders.
- Why this job: Make a difference in urban and rural tree management while enhancing your professional skills.
- Qualifications: PTI qualification and experience with BS5837 surveys required.
The predicted salary is between 36 - 36 £ per hour.
Pay: £36.00 per hour Outside IR35
Hours: 16 hours per week, part-time
Working hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Start: 24 August 2026
End: 27 November 2026
Contract: Temporary/contract assignment
We are looking for an experienced Forestry Officer / Arboricultural Surveyor to provide specialist arboricultural support across tree management, development and infrastructure projects in Solihull. This is a consultancy and surveying role and does not involve physical tree surgery or operational tree works.
Key responsibilities:
- Carry out tree condition inspections and risk assessments.
- Undertake BS5837 tree surveys for development, demolition and construction projects.
- Produce arboricultural reports, technical assessments and recommendations.
- Advise on tree retention, protection, management and removal.
- Support highways, planning, infrastructure and development projects.
- Assist with the management of urban and rural tree populations.
- Respond to tree-related enquiries from council departments and the public.
- Liaise with contractors and other stakeholders.
- Support tree risk management and inspection programmes.
- Assist with felling licence applications and other statutory consents where required.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, British Standards and industry best practice.
Essential:
- Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) qualification or equivalent recognised tree inspection qualification.
- National Diploma in Arboriculture (NDip) or equivalent.
- Demonstrable experience completing BS5837 surveys and assessments.
- Strong tree inspection and tree risk management knowledge.
- Experience producing professional arboricultural reports.
- Knowledge of planning legislation relating to trees and development.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable:
- Local authority experience.
- GIS/tree management database experience.
- Woodland management knowledge.
- Experience supporting highways, infrastructure or regeneration projects.
Ideal candidates may currently work as: Arboricultural Surveyor, Arboricultural Consultant, Tree Officer, Forestry Officer or Local Authority Arboricultural Officer.
Forestry Officer / Arboricultural Surveyor employer: Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Lynx Employment Services Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. With a hybrid working model in Northampton, employees benefit from flexibility while engaging in meaningful projects that impact the public sector. The company prioritises employee development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within a dynamic legal environment.
Contact Details:
Lynx Employment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
