Area Tree Officer - Abingdon, United Kingdom - South Oxfordshire District Council

South Oxfordshire District Council

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Abingdon, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Area Tree Officer

Location:
Abingdon/ Remote

Salary:
£39,977 to £45,568 per year

Contract:
Permanent / Full-time

Hours: 37

Closing Date: 15/12/2023

South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse District Councils are seeking an experienced and qualified arborist to join the council's Forestry Team.

This is an exciting and varied role working with a team of specialist advisers who are helping to shape the future environment of southern Oxfordshire.

The role involves working alongside three other Tree Officers in the Forestry team and as part of a wider multi-disciplinary Specialist Team including, Ecologists, Heritage Officers, Urban Designers, and Landscape Architects.

You will need a wide range of technical experience working within the arboricultural industry, ideally as a consultant or tree officer, with knowledge and understanding of the Town and Country Planning Act and the planning process.

A sound understanding of the practical side of arboriculture is also key.

Being a team player with good communication skills is essential, as the role involves working within a busy Planning Service.

So if you have a positive team working approach as well as the knowledge and experience, this is an excellent opportunity to use your skills in a supportive and proactive working environment.

You may have experience in the following: Urban Forester, Arboriculture Specialist, Tree Management Coordinator, Environmental Compliance Manager, Green Infrastructure Planner, Landscape Supervisor, Tree Preservation Officer, Parks and Recreation Manager, Community Forestry Specialist, Tree Conservation Coordinator, Urban Greenspace Officer, and Ecological Restoration Manager.

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