Arboricultural Consultant - Essex, United Kingdom - Writtle Forest Consultancy Ltd

Description

• Conduct tree inspections to assess their health, condition, and structural integrity.
• Identify and document tree species, size, age, and potential risks or issues.
• Prepare comprehensive tree inventories, including mapping and data collection.

• Evaluate trees for potential hazards, such as disease, structural defects, unstable root systems.
• Assess the proximity of trees to buildings, infrastructure, and public spaces, and identify potential risks.
• Provide recommendations for tree management, including pruning, removal, or mitigation measures to minimise risks.

• Develop customised management plans for clients, outlining strategies to preserve, maintain, and enhance tree health.
• Provide recommendations on tree planting, species selection, and appropriate maintenance practices.
• Advise on soil management, irrigation, and other factors that affect tree growth and vitality.

• Evaluate the impact of development activities on existing trees and advise on methods to minimise damage.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, and landscape architects to integrate trees into site design and planning.
• Prepare reports, plans etc to support tree preservation during the construction phase.

• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and other professionals to understand their objectives and address their treerelated concerns.
• Offer professional advice and recommendations on tree care, management, and preservation.
• Communicate findings, reports, and management plans clearly and effectively to clients and other relevant parties.

• Stay updated on the latest research, industry standards, and best practices in arboriculture.
• Attend conferences, workshops, and training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.

• A degree in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, or a related field.
• Level 4 Arboricultural Technician Certificate
• Professional Tree Inspectors certificate
• Professional certifications, such as ISA Certified Arborist or Tree Risk Assessment
• Qualification (TRAQ).
• Climbing ability and certificates preferred.
• Knowledge of Tomography, resistance drilling, dynamic pull testing an advantage
• Strong knowledge of tree species, pests and diseases, tree morphology.
• Proficient in tree assessment and risk evaluation techniques.
• Familiarity with all relevant regulations, codes, and guidelines related to trees and forests.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Office, word and excel proficient
• Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using arboricultural software, GIS, CAD and other relevant tools.
• Driving licence

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Gym membership
• Private medical insurance
• Work from home

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

• Bonus scheme

• Essex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

• Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)