Tree Surgeon

Tree Officer • Location: TN34 3FH • Start Date Monday 27th July for work for 12 weeks • £21.13 per hour via paye or £28 per hour via umbrella Focus on inspecting trees in relation to customer enquiries and estate inspections across The role will cover inspections form hasting to Brighton Surrey, Sussex and Kent. Two days a week (possible to expand to 3 days) One day travel, one day office/home based processing visits. Basic DBS Minimum of Level 3 Diploma in Arboriculture Role Purpose: • Undertake a cyclical tree inspection / survey and management programme of all Orbit Group’s owned trees within the South and East Regions. • Work in conjunction with the National Tree Lead, internal teams and contractors to inspect and record the condition of the tree stock and make decisions about remedial/maintenance works required for health & safety; ensuring value for money. • Advise and write technical reports relating to all aspects of arboriculture, as per the needs of Estate Services or other stakeholders. • Monitor and review 10% of contractors works to ensure they are delivered as per the specification. • Promote partnerships and seek funding to implement tree planting, woodland creation and biodiversity schemes; engaging communities and promoting ownership as part of Orbit Earth’s environmental objectives. Experience: • Level 3 Diploma in Arboriculture or similar qualification. • Experience of working in a similar capacity. • Extensive knowledge of tree inspection techniques, risk assessment, fault diagnosis and maintenance techniques gained from practical experience. • Ability to survey trees and to assess species, age, condition and amenity value, and to identify tree pests and diseases with a working understanding of British Standards 5837 and 3998.Knowledge of the law and procedures relating to the protection of trees. Essential • Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements relating to tree works and ability to assess the impact of development on trees.