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Arboricultural officer

Employer
Carrington West
Location
Greater London
Salary
£21 - 28 per hour
Closing date
19 Nov 2021
Reference
JO0000028758

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Sector
Public sector
Contract Type
Interim, contract & temporary
Hours
Full Time
Job Level
Planner
Specialism
Development Control

Job Details

Are you an experienced Tree Inspector looking for a new opportunity?
 
My client a Local Authority in London are currently looking for a tree inspector to join their team on an initial 3month contract.
 
The Role
To ensure the health and safety of the Borough's tree stock.The successful candidates will be conducting routine inspections as well as dealing with reactive requests from members. The council are currently in their peak TPO enquiries and the Oak Processional moth statutory notices from the forestry commission.
 
The council also need to start preparing for tree planting. The successful candidates will help to identify sites, identifying and purchasing trees in readiness to start from November.
We are seeking an individual with a passion to take an active role in the protection and management of the Borough's trees.  You will be a key resource with a sound technical knowledge and a clear understanding of how an arboricultural service fits within the council.
You will be self-motivated and able to work on your own initiative and manage tight deadlines, but also be able to contribute to the interdisciplinary work of the wider service.
To succeed in this role you will have an in-depth knowledge of tree issues along with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience of working with contractors, residents, Councillors and other departments to achieve best practice and retention of the council's overall tree stock is also an essential requirement. 
You will be an ideal candidate if you meet this criteria, are a member of a relevant trade organisation, have a valid driving licence, use of a vehicle and the flexibility to work outside normal working hours as necessary.
 
This is an initial 3 month post with rates upto £40/h depending on experience. YOu will be required to attend the office/carry out site visits twice a week the rest of the working can be carried out from home.
 
For further information or to apply for this post please contact Kevin O'Shea on 02393876034 or kevin.oshea@carringtonwest.com

Company

Carrington West has a dedicated team offering town planning jobs in the UK town planning sector. Our Town Planning Team operate within the interim, contract and permanent employment markets within town planning. Our town planning candidates benefit from many years’ experience of placing professionals into local authorities UK wide.

As well as our council client base, Carrington West service some of the most desirable town planning consultancy jobs available. We have considerable experience in recruiting for town planners, development management officers, policy planners, regeneration planners, conservation officers, project managers and urban designers from entry level through to Director / Head of Service. For a discrete conversation or to find out about the latest town planning jobs we have available, please contact our Town Planning Team today on 02392 704037.

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
02392 704 037
Location
Building 1000, Lakeside
North Harbour
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO6 3EZ
GB

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