Arboricultural Consultant
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000.0 to £35,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £30,000 - £35,000 DOE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | UK - Any office / Remote working, London, E1 1AA |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4759090_1767877507 |
Summary
Your new company
A leading UK‑based environmental and infrastructure consultancy that works at the heart of sustainable development. The organisation supports clients across the built and natural environment to deliver projects that create long‑term benefits for people, nature and society.
Operating as part of a global consultancy group, the business combines strong local expertise with international knowledge and innovation.They are people‑centred in their approach, long‑term in their outlook, and independent in their ownership, enabling them to invest in their staff, technology and future capability. Sustainability, integrity and professional excellence are embedded in everything they do, from project delivery through to how they treats their people and partners.
You will be joining an organisation that values curiosity, collaboration and continuous improvement, with a culture that actively supports professional development, flexible working and inclusive ways of working.
Your new role
As an Arboricultural Consultant, you will join a well‑established and highly regarded arboricultural team delivering consultancy services across a wide range of development and infrastructure projects throughout the UK.You will work with a diverse portfolio of clients to provide high‑quality arboricultural advice, supporting sustainable design and development while safeguarding existing trees and woodland assets.
The team is collaborative, supportive and passionate about trees, with a strong emphasis on technical quality, innovation and knowledge‑sharing.Your role will involve a balance of fieldwork, technical reporting and client liaison, and you will collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to contribute to complex, multi‑sector projects. You will also have opportunities to help develop and promote arboricultural services, contribute to best practice, and grow your technical and professional capability within a supportive consultancy environment.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Undertaking tree surveys in accordance with BS5837:2012
- Preparation of BS5837 arboricultural reports, constraints plans and impact assessments
- Acting as an arboricultural clerk of works / site supervisor during construction phases
- Delivering tree risk and hazard assessments using recognised methodologies (e.g. PTI, QTRA)
- Providing professional arboricultural advice to clients and project teams
- Supporting the development and promotion of arboricultural consultancy services
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong practical grounding in arboriculture combined with consultancy‑level surveying and reporting skills.
You will ideally have:
- A minimum Level 3 qualification in arboriculture (or equivalent practical experience)
- Proven experience undertaking BS5837:2012 surveys, reports and VTA within a consultancy or commercial setting
- Experience of tree risk assessment, with training in a recognised methodology (e.g. PTI, QTRA, VALID or TRAQ)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging clients and project teams
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site as required
- Working knowledge of GIS and/or CAD software for producing arboricultural plans (desirable)
Professional Tree Inspector (PTI) certification and experience supervising arboricultural works on site would be advantageous but not essential.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will be supported by an organisation that genuinely invests in its people and promotes long‑term career development.
- Competitive salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE
- A strong commitment to professional development, training and mentoring
- Supportive leadership guided by clear values and inclusive principles
- A flexible working environment, including a mix of home, office and site‑based working with no expectation to be in an office for a set amount of days.
- Exposure to major infrastructure, development and environmental projects
- Generous annual leave - 27 days plus bank holidays
- Matched pension contributions
- Private medical cover and life assurance
- The opportunity to work for a value‑led, sustainability‑focused consultancy with a long‑term outlook and a people‑first culture
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