Arboriculture Officer (Career graded) in Stroud

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job reference REQ0300 Date posted 31/07/2026 Apply by 07/09/2026 Location Ebley Mill - Stroud Salary £28,598 to £39,152 per annum (pay award pending) Career graded Package

• Excellent pension scheme
• Flexi Working Scheme
• Hybrid working approach
• Employee Wellbeing Offer

For more information please see the benefits section on our website Attachments Arboricultural Officer career graded JD JUN26.pdf Arboricultural Officer PS JUL26.pdf SDC V&B application & interview guidance 2023.pdf

Do you have a passion for protecting and enhancing our natural environment? Are you looking for a role where you can develop your career, gain specialist qualifications and make a real difference to local communities?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to play a key role in protecting and managing the district’s valuable tree stock. This is an exciting opportunity to join our busy Development Management team, working alongside specialists in heritage, ecology and planning to help safeguard the character of the district, enhance biodiversity and ensure trees continue to provide lasting benefits for residents and wildlife.

About the Role

As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist arboricultural advice on:

• Tree work applications
• Development management applications
• Planning and enforcement matters
• Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs)
• Conservation area trees

You will also help maintain and review our database of Tree Preservation Orders, assess new requests for protection, and contribute to balancing sustainable development with the preservation of the district’s most important tree assets.

This is a varied and rewarding role that offers the opportunity to influence the future of the local environment while working on a wide range of planning and tree-related matters.

Training and Career Development

We recognise that great Tree Officers are developed through experience and training. That's why this position offers an excellent career development pathway.

Candidates may join at Trainee Arboriculture Officer level, with full support to develop the technical knowledge, practical experience and professional skills required for the role. Through structured on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and opportunities for further training and qualifications, you will be able to build a rewarding long-term career in arboriculture and planning.

As your skills, experience and qualifications grow, there will be opportunities to progress through to:

• Arboriculture Officer
• Senior Arboriculture Officer

This makes the role ideal for motivated individuals who are keen to learn, develop professionally and take on increasing levels of responsibility over time.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about trees and committed to protecting and enhancing the local environment.

You will ideally have:

• Knowledge of Tree Preservation Orders, conservation areas and planning controls
• Understanding of tree amenity, arboriculture and landscape principles
• Experience of report writing and digital mapping systems
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

Most importantly, you will be self-motivated, eager to learn and committed to developing your expertise. You will enjoy working independently while also contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

Why Join Us?

• A meaningful role helping to protect and enhance the district’s natural environment
• A supportive team of planning, ecology and heritage professionals
• Structured training and mentoring opportunities