Tree and Landscape Officer

Tree and Landscape Officer Join to apply for the Tree and Landscape Officer role at Epping Forest District Council. Package LGPS pension scheme 28 days annual leave + bank holidays Perkbox discounts & wellbeing perks Hybrid working Ongoing professional development Flexible pay via Stream Reimbursement of professional membership Salary £38,320 – £39,428 Contractual Hours 36 hours Basis Full time Region Epping Job Category/Type Permanent – Full Time About The Role To inspect and manage Private Amenity trees throughout the district, placing Tree Preservation Orders where applicable, informing the public, and addressing Planning enquiries. Key Responsibilities Assess privately owned trees and place Tree Preservation Orders. Inspect high hedge requests. Liaise with planners. Answer enquiries from Members and the public. About You Previous experience in a local government arboricultural role (preferably planning). Self‑motivated with good tree, pest and disease identification skills. Computer literate (email, Word, Excel, Salesforce). Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Working Arrangements This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with an expectation to work from home, site, or satellite office, with one fixed office day a week (Thursday). Why Join Us? We are a friendly, like‑minded group of individuals in the Tree department. We are looking for another member to join our team as we expand to meet the possible needs of the proposed devolution of Essex County. How to Apply Please submit your application by (deadline at 23:59 on the 11th of January 2026) using the Apply online button. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Kevin Hayes at 01992 564 456. Equal Opportunities Epping Forest District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Council is an equal opportunity employer. Job Reference EREQ000487 Date Posted 11 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr