Arboricultural Consultant

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • City, Derby
  • Jun 14, 2025
Full time Executive

Job Description

Arboricultural Consultant - Derby (Full-Time, Permanent)
Tree Surveying Jobs Arboriculture Careers Environmental Consultancy Derby

Salary: 30,000 - 36,000 (Depending on Experience)
Location: Derby, East Midlands, UK (Full UK driving licence and Right to Work required)

Are you an experienced Arboricultural Consultant with a passion for trees and a deep understanding of BS 5837 tree surveys? Join one of the UK's most respected environmental consultancies, based in a beautiful office location near Derby. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing team offering flexible working, paid training, and excellent career progression.



Key Responsibilities - Arboricultural Consultant

  • Undertake BS 5837 tree surveys in accordance with planning and development regulations.

  • Prepare Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA) and Arboricultural Method Statements (AMS).

  • Liaise with planners, developers, architects, and local authorities.

  • Conduct site visits using company vehicles and gather accurate data for reporting.

  • Contribute to multidisciplinary projects alongside ecologists, archaeologists, and other environmental professionals.



Essential Requirements

  • Level 4 Diploma in Arboriculture (or equivalent qualification).

  • Proven experience conducting BS 5837 tree surveys.

  • Strong report writing and communication skills.

  • Full UK driving licence.

  • Eligibility to work in the UK.



Desirable Skills

  • Membership of Arboricultural Association or Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF).

  • Familiarity with AutoCAD or GIS software for tree constraints plans.

  • Experience in project management or mentoring junior arborists.



Why Join This Consultancy?

  • 30,000 - 36,000 salary depending on experience

  • Paid overtime for site visits and reporting

  • Flexible working and generous holiday allowance

  • Extra week off at Christmas in addition to annual leave

  • Unlimited training budget for internal and external CPD

  • Professional memberships paid and clear career pathways

  • Use of company vehicles, laptop, and iPhone for site work

  • Beautiful office location near Derby

  • Work alongside some of the UK's leading arboricultural consultants



Location

This is a hybrid role based near Derby, East Midlands with access to a stunning office location and regular travel to sites. Applicants must have a full UK driving licence and the legal right to work in the UK.



Apply Now

If you're looking for a new challenge in arboriculture, this role offers long-term growth and a supportive team environment.

Send your CV to Joe at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy. This is a permanent role based near Derby.