Tree Inspector

RQ1512597

£16.10 - £21.07 Per Hour

Full Time

Temporary

Cardiff, Cardiff

Public Sector And Council

Posted 5 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Become a Tree Inspector in Cardiff
Location: Cardiff
Contract: Full-Time (37 hours/week)
Start Date: 06/05/2025
End Date: 31/12/2025
Hours: 07:30 - 16:00
Salary: £16.10-£21.07

Are you passionate about preserving Cardiff’s natural beauty? Join our dedicated team as a Tree Inspector and play a vital role in managing and protecting our city’s trees. If you’re an experienced arboricultural professional with a commitment to environmental excellence, we want you to help us keep Cardiff green and thriving!
Why Join Us?
  • Meaningful Impact: Safeguard and enhance Cardiff’s urban tree population, contributing to a healthier, greener city.
  • Dynamic Role: Combine fieldwork, risk assessments, and strategic planning in a varied and rewarding position.
  • Supportive Team: Work alongside passionate professionals in a collaborative, inclusive environment.
  • Career Growth: Contribute to policy development, training, and innovative arboricultural projects.
  • Community Focus: Make a difference in Cardiff, a city celebrated for its green spaces and sustainability.
What You’ll Do
As a Tree Inspector, you’ll:
  • Conduct routine and responsive tree inspections, preparing detailed survey reports and data.
  • Use IT systems to record, store, and retrieve survey information efficiently.
  • Perform tree risk assessments, identifying work plans and priorities to ensure safety and health.
  • Assist in preparing tender documentation for external services, adhering to procurement rules.
  • Monitor contractor performance to ensure timely, high-quality, and cost-effective service delivery.
  • Investigate complaints, respond to public enquiries, and provide professional correspondence.
  • Plan and prepare tree planting and renewal schemes to enhance Cardiff’s green spaces.
  • Contribute to the development of arboricultural policies, strategies, guidelines, and training.
  • Provide expert advice on tree preservation orders, planning applications, and development schemes.
  • Uphold Cardiff Council’s commitment to equality, health and safety, and corporate responsibilities.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking candidates who are:
  • Qualified: Hold a professional tree inspection qualification (essential).
  • Experienced: Have proven experience as a professional tree inspector.
  • Mobile: Possess a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential).
  • Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using IT systems for data management and reporting.
  • Proactive: Able to prioritize workloads, assess risks, and plan strategically.
  • Communicative: Skilled in responding to enquiries and providing professional advice.
  • Team-Oriented: Committed to equality, safety, and contributing to a positive workplace culture.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience.
  • A varied role with opportunities to shape Cardiff’s arboricultural future.
  • Structured daytime hours (07:30-16:00) for a healthy work-life balance.
  • The chance to work on innovative tree planting and renewal schemes.
  • A supportive, inclusive team environment that values your expertise and ideas.
How to Apply
Ready to branch out and make a difference? Submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your experience as a tree inspector and your passion for Cardiff’s green spaces.

Join us in protecting and enhancing Cardiff’s trees – together, let’s grow a greener future!