A environmental design practise, specialising in landscape, ecology and arboriculture is looking for skilled and motivated Arboricultural Consultants to join their Manchester-based team. This exciting role is suited to individuals with at least 3 years of experience in arboricultural consultancy and a drive to deliver impactful results. You will have the opportunity to work across a variety of sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, education, and infrastructure.
At the heart of this role are our client’s four core values:
- Be creative, passionate, and socially conscientious.
- Understand our clients and add value.
- Treat everyone with respect and dignity.
- Adapt, innovate, and continually improve.
If these principles align with your professional outlook, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
You will play a pivotal role in delivering and managing a wide range of arboricultural projects, leading with technical excellence and a collaborative spirit. In addition to supporting a growing team, you’ll embody the company’s commitment to innovation, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Leading and supporting arboricultural projects across various sectors.
- Advising on multi-disciplinary projects, sharing your expertise with the arboriculture team and the wider business.
- Conducting arboricultural surveys, risk assessments, tree management plans, tree mapping (using CAD and ArcGIS Pro), and community engagement, while preparing high-quality reports for Local Planning Authorities and landowners.
- Collaborating with planning authorities, architects, and other professionals to provide insight into the planning design process.
- Providing advice on Tree Preservation Orders, tree work applications, Conservation Areas, and High Hedges.
- Supporting the management and mentorship of team members, fostering a culture of respect, dignity, and growth.
- Assisting with workload management, including analyzing survey data, drafting and reviewing reports, and ensuring the successful delivery of team objectives.
- Maintaining high standards of quality and ensuring efficient, cost-effective project delivery.
Essential Requirements
To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- A degree in Arboriculture or a related field.
- Membership in a professional body, such as the Arboricultural Association.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in an arboricultural consultancy role.
- Strong written communication and report-writing skills.
- Proficiency in tree surveying techniques and risk/hazard assessment methodologies.
- An understanding of Visual Tree Assessment principles and the ability to apply them systematically.
- A comprehensive knowledge of current planning and environmental legislation.
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with clients and colleagues at all levels.
- A positive, adaptable approach to work, whether independently or as part of a team.
Desirable Requirements
- Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) Certificate.
- Flexibility to travel and work away from home as needed.
If you’re ready to be part of a team that values creativity, respect, innovation, and client-centric solutions, this is the perfect role for you. Join this innovative and creative design practice and help shape the future of arboriculture projects!
