Runnymede Borough Council
Location
Addlestone, Surrey | United Kingdom
Job description
Tree Officer
£28,831 - £35,508
37 Hours per week
About the role
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Tree Officer to support our Green Spaces service. The post is within the Environmental Services department and the role includes responsibility for:
Identifying and mapping relevant trees
carrying out tree inspections
managing safety and tree risk
commissioning tree works
providing arboricultural advice
designing and organising tree planting
woodland management
reviewing tree management policy.
You will ensure that trees within the borough are inspected to assess and record the condition and risk, producing reports. You will assist tree audit contractors in identifying trees within the remit of the council and to action tree work required for the safe management of the council’s tree stock.
About you
The team are looking for an individual who can demonstrate technical knowledge in the management of trees and woodlands. You will be an effective communicator as well as demonstrating an understanding of tree inspections and the maintenance required.
About Runnymede
Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects. We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.
Benefits
Hybrid working
Flexible working and Flexi-leave
28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas, increasing to 31 days after 2 years service
Excellent Pension Scheme with access to Additional Voluntary Contributions
Free Parking
Training and development opportunities
Payment of one professional membership per annum
Cycle to work + further related discounts
Season ticket loan
Health insurance plan after 1 years’ service
Dental plan after 3 years’ service
Mileage allowance
How to apply
For more information on the role and to apply please visit: Runnymede Borough Council Jobs | Surrey Jobs
We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] on 01932 425516 who will be able to assist you.
For an informal chat about this role please contact Shaun Barnes, Depot Service Manager on 01932 425763 or [email protected].
Closing Date: Sunday 17 March 2024 at 11:59pm
Interview Date: week commencing 25 March 2024
If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.
Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.
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