Arboricultural Consultant

Company Description

At AECOM, we deliver a better world by creating sustainable infrastructure for communities worldwide. Our global team of over 50,000 professionals delivers projects that positively impact people and the environment.

Join our dynamic Nature team as an Arboricultural Consultant located in Basingstoke, Bristol, Cambridge or Croydon (other UK locations may be considered). In this role you will support a range of arboricultural services including tree climbing, condition surveys, BS5837 and other impact assessments, forestry, woodland management, tree planting and valuation.

• Undertake tree surveys for planning purposes and to assess tree condition.
• Prepare arboricultural reports to BS 5837:2012, Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA) and Arboricultural Method Statements (AMS).
• Develop Tree Condition Reports.
• Provide technical arboricultural advice and support for internal and external teams and clients.
• Work independently or collaboratively with other arboricultural and environmental professionals in the planning, delivery and management of arboricultural services.
• Conduct arboricultural site monitoring and supervision to discharge planning conditions.

• Solid understanding of arboricultural principles and awareness of BS 5837:2012, BS 8545:2014 and BS 3998:2010.
• Competency in tree identification, inspection, condition assessment and management options.
• Technician Certificate in Arboriculture (or equivalent Level 3/4 qualification) or higher.
• Knowledge of relevant UK legislation, best practice and policy relating to arboriculture.
• A full clean UK driving licence is essential for attending remote sites.

Enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, including flexible hybrid working, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and more.

For further information about the role, please reach out to recruiter Melissa Moody on Linked In.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.