Tree officer

?? Groby Road, Glenfield, Leicestershire, LE3 8RA

?? £18.36 per hour

?? 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day)

?? Ongoing Opportunity

Quest Employment is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Tree Officer to join a specialist Forestry and Arboricultural team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced arboriculture professional to contribute to the management, maintenance, and development of trees and woodlands across Leicestershire.

As a Tree Officer, you will provide professional forestry and arboricultural advice, carry out tree inspections, support tree planting initiatives, and assist with the management of tree and woodland assets.

Carry out tree inspections on highways and other sites

Provide arboricultural advice to colleagues, contractors, landowners, and the public

Assist with tree planting schemes and woodland management projects

Prepare reports, specifications, and maintenance records

Monitor contractors and oversee tree-related works

Identify tree species, pests, diseases, and associated risks

Support emergency responses and planned environmental projects when required

Maintain accurate records and assist with database management

Previous experience in arboriculture, forestry, or tree management

Knowledge of tree inspection and maintenance practices

Ability to identify common tree species, pests, and diseases

Strong communication and report-writing skills

? £18.36 per hour

? Monday to Friday working pattern

? Long-term opportunity

? Work within a specialist environmental team

? Training and professional development opportunities

? Immediate starts available

Apply today and help deliver essential forestry, arboricultural, and environmental services across the county.

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