Tree Inspector
Job Summary
- Conduct surveys and evaluations of the Councils tree assets.
- Evaluate tree health and propose risk management strategies.
- Contribute to the implementation of the Urban Forestry Strategy.
- Aid in managing and updating the tree inventory database.
- Prioritize tree work based on risk and operational priorities.
- Survey woodlands and assist in developing management plans.
- Support funding proposals and environmental enhancement projects.
- Offer expert arboricultural advice to residents council members and internal teams.
- Represent the Council in consultations meetings site visits and public events.
- Ensure all arboricultural activities comply with current standards and best practices.
- Assist in managing and overseeing arboricultural operations.
- Support the execution of tree risk management programs.
- Help with preparing quotations tenders and work estimates.
- Address urgent tree-related issues safely and promptly.
- Monitor contractor performance and work quality.
- Contribute to broader environmental landscape and green space projects as needed.
- Address inquiries complaints and service requests within set timelines.
- Communicate with residents elected officials community groups and external partners.
- Collaborate proactively with Tree Wardens and local community projects.
- Deliver a professional customer-oriented service consistently.
- Maintain precise records and management data.
- Update and manage systems such as:
- Ezytreev
- Mayrise
- Other Council asset management systems
- Ezytreev
- Complete inspection reports risk assessments and related documentation.
- Practical experience in:
- Arboriculture
- Tree Inspection
- Urban Forestry
- Environmental Services
- Arboriculture
- In-depth knowledge of tree risk assessment and management.
- Experience in surveying and inspecting trees in a practical setting.
- Strong communication and customer service abilities.
- Excellent organizational and workload management skills.
- Capability to work independently and exercise initiative.
- Familiarity with Health & Safety regulations and safe working practices.
- Experience with tree management and asset management systems.
- Level 3 Tree Inspection Certificate (or equivalent)
- Full UK Driving Licence
- IOSH Qualification or willingness to obtain
- NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Arboriculture Horticulture Green Spaces or a related environmental field
- Woodland management planning
- Urban Forestry programs
- Local Authority arboricultural services
- Contractor supervision and contract management
- Funding applications and environmental improvement initiatives
- 21.64 per hour (Umbrella)
- 3 Month Contract
- 37 Hours Per Week
- 07:30 15:30 Working Hours
- 3 Days Per Week On-Site
- Location: Walsall
- Bi-weekly Pay
- Opportunity to join a specialized Urban Forestry and Environmental Services team
- Varied workload involving tree management woodland projects inspections and community engagement
Required Skills:
Essential Requirements Practical experience within: Arboriculture Tree Inspection Urban Forestry Environmental Services Strong knowledge of tree risk assessment and management. Experience surveying and inspecting trees in an operational environment. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Strong organisational and workload management skills. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices. Experience using tree management and asset management systems. Essential Qualifications Level 3 Tree Inspection Certificate (or equivalent) Full UK Driving Licence IOSH Qualification or willingness to obtain NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Arboriculture Horticulture Green Spaces or related environmental discipline Desirable Experience Woodland management planning. Urban Forestry programmes. Local Authority arboricultural services. Contractor supervision and contract management. Funding applications and environmental improvement schemes. Whats on Offer 21.64 per hour (Umbrella) 3 Month Contract 37 Hours Per Week 07:30 15:30 Working Hours 3 Days Per Week On Site Location: Walsall Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to work within a specialist Urban Forestry and Environmental Services team. Diverse workload across tree management woodland projects inspections and community engagement. Suitable for candidates with experience as an Arboricultural Surveyor Tree Officer Arborist Urban Forestry Officer Tree Inspector Arboricultural Consultant Woodland Officer or Environmental Services Surveyor.