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Location: Walsall Pay: £16.36 per hour PAYE Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Temporary 24 August 2026 to 24 November 2026 Working Pattern: Predominantly Monday to Friday Site Working: Approximately 3 days per week Driving Licence: Essential
We are recruiting an experienced Tree Inspector / Arboricultural Surveyor to join a busy environmental services team in Walsall.
This is a specialist role requiring strong practical knowledge of arboriculture, tree inspections and urban forestry, with responsibility for inspecting and managing a significant tree stock and helping to ensure trees are managed safely and appropriately.
## The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out day-to-day inspections and surveys of tree stock.
- Making tree risk management decisions and prioritising works.
- Inspecting individual trees, groups of trees and woodlands.
- Maintaining and updating the Tree Inventory database.
- Making recommendations following inspections of high-amenity trees.
- Assisting with the management of arboricultural operations.
- Supporting the Tree Risk Management programme.
- Surveying and assessing woodlands.
- Assisting with woodland management plans and funding bids.
- Responding to urgent tree-work requests.
- Providing specialist arboricultural advice to customers and other teams.
- Attending site inspections, consultations and public meetings where required.
- Supporting quotations, tenders and estimates for arboricultural works.
## Essential Requirements
Applicants should have:
Strong practical experience within the arboriculture industry. Experience carrying out tree inspections. Good knowledge of urban forestry and arboricultural practices. Level 3 Tree Inspection Certificate or equivalent. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in arboriculture, grounds maintenance, green spaces or a related environmental discipline. IOSH accreditation or the ability to meet the required standard. Full UK driving licence. Driver CPC. Good Health & Safety knowledge. xgikmsk Strong communication and customer-service skills. Ability
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Tree Inspector in Walsall employer: Lynx Employment Services
As a leading employer in the compliance sector, we offer a dynamic work culture that prioritises flexibility and employee well-being, allowing you to thrive in a predominantly remote role while still enjoying the benefits of occasional collaboration in our Shrewsbury office. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you have ample opportunities for growth and advancement, making this an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
