Arboricultural Surveyor/Consultant

Posting date:	25 February 2026
Salary:	£30,000.0 to £35,000.0 per year
Additional salary information:	£30,000 - £35,000 DOE
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	27 March 2026
Location:	Southeast, Surrey, GU1 1AA
Remote working:	Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week
Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	4724935_1772026457

Summary

Your new company

My client is a fast‑growing, innovative environmental consultancy whose core purpose is to enable nature and business to thrive together. With offices across the UK, they deliver high‑quality environmental and ecological services including arboriculture, ecology, hydrology, GIS, mapping, ecological contracting, and environmental impact assessments.
They pride themselves on a collaborative, supportive culture built around their core values. My client promotes a healthy work-life balance, hybrid working, and ongoing professional development, offering a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and able to grow.

Your new role

You will join the team as an Arboricultural Surveyor OR Consultant, working on a diverse range of projects - from individual homeowners' surveys to complex national infrastructure schemes.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting tree surveys, including hazard/condition surveys (VTA) and BS5837:2012 development surveys.
• Producing clear and accurate technical reports, including Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements (depending on experience).
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders to deliver high‑quality arboricultural advice.
• Collaborating with specialists across the organisation to support project delivery.
• Travelling to various client sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays.

This is a varied, stimulating role where no two days are the same, offering excellent opportunities to deepen your technical expertise and work on high‑profile, impactful projects.

What you'll need to succeed

You will be a motivated arboricultural professional with:

• Experience conducting tree surveys within a consultancy or commercial environment.
• Ideally, strong skills in Visual Tree Assessment (VTA) and BS5837:2012 surveys.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with confidence producing high‑quality reports and engaging with clients.
• Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with GIS/CAD or tree survey software.
• A collaborative, reliable, team‑focused approach.
• A full, clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable (not essential):

• Arboricultural Association membership or similar professional body.
• Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture (or working towards it).
• Experience using arboricultural software such as THREATS, CAVAT, TEMPO, RAVEN or iTree.
• Professional Tree Inspector (PTI) certificate

What you'll get in return

My client offers a strong package of benefits and professional support, including:

• Competitive Salary £30,000-£35,000, depending on experience, more can be considered for the right candidate.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Enhanced stakeholder pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Paid professional memberships.
• Clothing allowance.
• Outstanding performance rewards and long‑service awards.
• Free parking.
• Regular team and company social events.
• Extensive internal and external training opportunities with clear career development pathways.

What you need to do now
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