A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate suitability in relation to several areas, including:
• Qualification to at least RQF Level 5 or higher in Arboriculture or a related discipline or equivalent       experience;

• Good knowledge and understanding of tree, fungi, and pathogen identification;

• Lantra Professional Tree Inspection Certificate holder

• Professional level membership (or above) of the Arboricultural Association, or at least 7 years commercial experience working in arboricultural consultancy;

• Ability to advise clients confidently, undertake tree surveys, assessments, method statements and supervision, and produce associated outputs in accordance with BS 5837:2012;

• Familiarity with relevant Health and Safety at Work requirements;

• Excellent and proactive communication and organisational skills;

• Good IT literacy (MS Office at least, ideally with drawing output capabilities too);

• Ability to produce concise, high quality, written work to managed timescales and budgets;

• Good time budgeting, and commercial and customer care awareness; and

• Friendly, supportive, collaborative, practical 'can do' approach.

Whilst relevant experience in consultancy is desirable applicants who can demonstrate experience in direct communication with clients and other stakeholders may be considered.

As the role requires working on projects around the UK, a full UK driving licence, access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes and ability and willingness to drive to project locations around the UK, sometimes with overnight stays, will be required.