Tree Officer


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£20 - £30
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Surrey, LE1 1AA
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 1 day remote
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Your new company

You will be joining a well-established organisation with a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, biodiversity enhancement, and sustainable estate management. With a substantial portfolio of green spaces and tree assets, the organisation is investing in long-term tree management, woodland creation, and ecological improvement projects that benefit both communities and the wider environment.

Your new role

As a Tree Officer, you will be responsible for delivering a cyclical tree inspection and management programme across the South and East regions. You will undertake tree condition surveys, assess risks, specify and manage remedial works, and maintain accurate tree records using specialist surveying and mapping software.

Key responsibilities include:

Conducting planned and emergency tree inspections and surveys

Producing risk-based maintenance and remedial work programmes

Managing tree-related enquiries from residents and stakeholders

Investigating tree-related insurance claims, including subsidence assessments

Monitoring contractor performance and quality of completed works

Developing woodland management plans and biodiversity projects

Providing expert arboricultural advice across multiple departments

Ensuring compliance with Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs), Conservation Areas, and relevant legislation

Assisting with major incident response and continual improvement of tree management policies

What you'll need to succeed

Level 3 Diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent qualification

LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) qualification

Experience in a Tree Officer, Arboricultural Consultant, or similar role

Strong knowledge of tree inspection techniques, risk assessment, pests and diseases

Working knowledge of BS5837 and BS3998 standards

Understanding of tree legislation, including TPOs and Conservation Area requirements

Experience managing contractors and monitoring work quality

Ability to write technical reports and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and arboricultural surveying/mapping software

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering large-scale tree and woodland management programmes

Exposure to diverse arboricultural projects, including biodiversity enhancement and environmental initiatives

Ongoing professional development and opportunities to expand your arboricultural expertise

A varied role combining site work, stakeholder engagement, technical reporting, and project management

The chance to make a lasting environmental impact through sustainable tree management and community-focused green infrastructure projects

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