Tree Surgeon (Arborist) - Ref: EE10125
Walsall Council, Tree Surgeon (Arborist) – Ref: EE10125
Salary: G6; £31,537 - £34,434
Contract: 12-month fixed term
Highways, Transport and Operations are seeking skilled and motivated individuals for the role of Tree Surgeon (Arborist). This is a key operational post supporting the management and maintenance of the borough’s tree stock, from individual street trees to groups and woodlands. This role offers varied and rewarding outdoor work across the borough. If you have strong practical skills, enjoy working at height, and can use a wide range of arboricultural tools and machinery, we would welcome your application.
As a Tree Surgeon, you will carry out a full range of arboricultural operations, including planting, crown raising, reductions, thinning, dismantling, felling, and stump grinding, all completed to industry standards and best practice (BS3998). You will also support routine inspections, assess tree condition, and make recommendations in line with national standards and local policies. The role involves planned maintenance and reactive work, including emergency call‑outs during severe weather or incidents where trees pose a risk to public safety.
You will operate a wide variety of equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, pole saws, climbing gear, stump grinders, and fleet vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes. Daily tasks include safe site set‑up, compliance with streetworks and highway safety requirements, maintaining equipment, and recording work using digital systems. Strong customer focus is also essential, as you will respond to enquiries and help maintain good communication with residents and partners.
Selection Process and Requirements
- Ability to work at height and outdoors for long periods
- Experience in arboriculture, including practical and procedural knowledge
- Knowledge of Health & Safety, including risk assessments and safe systems of work
- Experience using arboricultural machinery and equipment
- Relevant NPTC qualifications (e.g. CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39, CS40, Chipper Operations)
The selection process will include an interview.
Hours of work
Average 37 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, under annualised hours arrangements. Participation in the stand‑by and call‑out rota is required. Bank Holiday working may apply under service agreements.
Job Description
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Closing Date
5th December 2025
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
For this role the successful candidate must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements: Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
Information for Applicants
When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. See our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
Recruitment agencies
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this job vacancy. We are not accepting agency applications or referrals at this time.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
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