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Arboricultural Officer

1 month ago

Huddersfield, Kirklees, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time
Job Title: Arboricultural Officer

Join our team of passionate professionals dedicated to conserving and managing Kirklees' green infrastructure. As an Arboricultural Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Council's ambitious plans to enhance the district's natural heritage.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced colleague with a comprehensive knowledge of tree protection and management practices, TPO legislation, and planning policy guidance. As an Arboricultural Officer, you will be responsible for carrying out surveys and assessments for tree work applications, making tree preservation orders, and providing expert advice on developments affecting trees.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out surveys and assessments for tree work applications
  • Make tree preservation orders and provide expert advice on developments affecting trees
  • Work with the team to manage the planned programme of tree preservation order reviews
  • Provide expert advice to colleagues on developments affecting trees
Requirements
  • Relevant qualification in arboriculture or a related subject
  • Experience in administering planning controls and regulations in relation to trees
  • Good knowledge of planning law, policy, and procedures relating to trees
  • Strong IT skills to support working with packages such as Word, Excel, and Access
  • Good written communication skills to produce clear reports and documentation
What We Offer

At Kirklees Council, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package for our staff, consisting of competitive pay, health and wellbeing programmes, volunteering opportunities, and staff discounts.