Arboricultural Officer

Are you passionate about Arboriculture and looking for a role where you can make a real impact on the natural environment while working across iconic UK infrastructure? Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is delighted to be partnering with an industry-leading Infrastructure company who are seeking an Arboricultural Officer to join their dedicated highways services team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the management and preservation of tree stock across one of the most important roads in the UK - the M25 and adjacent roads. With a focus on tree health, safety, and biodiversity, this role combines hands-on tree surveys with data management and contractor coordination. What You’ll Be Doing: * Conducting walked and driven surveys of individual trees and woodlands across the highway network * Commissioning and overseeing contractors to deliver tree work and raising tree works orders * Managing tree inspection data, including database updates and maintenance * Providing guidance on tree root protection zones for construction and landscape improvement schemes * Collaborating with landscape supervisors and inspectors to complete soft estate inspections * Supporting environmental assessments and landscape scheme development Why Join? * Impactful Work - Play a vital role in maintaining safety and enhancing biodiversity within one of the UK’s busiest and most important infrastructure networks * Career Growth - Gain experience within a FTSE 250 Infrastructure and leading highways services company with opportunities for progression and development * Flexibility - Smart working options, including remote working and flexible hours. What We’re Looking For: * Proven tree inspection and management experience with strong knowledge of arboriculture best practices * A LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection qualification (desirable) * Proficiency in mapping software (ArcGIS or similar) and Microsoft Office applications (desirable) * Membership with the Arboricultural Association or Institute of Chartered Foresters (desirable) * Full UK driving licence What’s On Offer: * Competitive salary up to £40,000 * Company car and milage paid * Relevant Arboricultural qualification/s funded and supported (if you don’t have this already) * Professional development and training opportunities * 25 days annual leave * Leading pension scheme * A collaborative and supportive team environment with flexibility in working hours and remote working options This is an excellent opportunity for an Arboricultural professional looking to make a difference in managing the UK’s vital infrastructure while promoting sustainability and biodiversity. Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) - Global Recruitment Experts within Sustainability, ESG & HSE