Tree Surveyor

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscape service provider in Northampton seeks a skilled Tree Surveyor to join their arboriculture team. In this role, you will conduct tree condition surveys, provide reports, and communicate effectively with clients. The ideal candidate will possess the required professional qualifications, strong communication skills, and a passion for the green industry. This position offers competitive pay, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including holiday and pension schemes.

Benefits

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and parental leave

Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Professional Tree Inspection qualification and relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of QCF level 3 Arboricultural qualification.
• Specific tree knowledge is required for asset inspections.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead tree condition surveys and detailed tree inspections.
• Provide reports and technical support to clients.
• Undertake ad-hoc and programmed inspections.
• Specify remedial works when necessary.

Skills

Tree condition surveying

Communication skills

IT literate

Self-motivated

Education

QCF level 3 Arboricultural qualification (Lantra)

Professional Tree Inspection qualification

Tools

MS Office

GIS software

Asset management/Survey software

Job description

Tree Surveyor

Location: Based in Northampton with regular travel around the Northamptonshire region

Salary: £30,000 to £33,000 - dependent on experience

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours: 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4pm

About the role

We are recruiting for an experienced, highly driven Tree Surveyor to join our arboriculture team in Northampton. You will be someone who takes pride in their work, someone who seeks to continually develop and improve their knowledge. You will be leading the way in providing an excellent arboriculture service to our clients including tree condition surveys and detailed tree inspections. You will provide reports and technical support to colleagues, customers and clients as required and undertake ad-hoc and programmed inspections of the trees, and where necessary specify remedial works.

Requirements

• Professional Tree Inspection qualification and relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of QCF level 3 Arboricultural qualification (Lantra).
• Specific tree knowledge is required to undertake asset inspections.
• IT literate, experience in MS Office programmes, GIS, and Asset management/Survey software, as well as experience of using mobile computing devices Use of Visual Tree Assessment techniques.
• Demonstrable previous relevant industry experience is desirable, alongside arborist NPTC CS qualifications.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to communicate professionally, concisely, and effectively, particularly to those with and without an understanding of trees and tree related issues.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Why join us?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we’re more than just a company - we’re a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.