Arboricultural Surveyor

Location:
Flexible UK Location | Home-Based with Travel

Salary:
Competitive

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Help Shape the Future of the UK's Trees and Green Infrastructure

Work on diverse projects. Build your expertise. Make a lasting impact on the environment.

At Ground Control, we're looking for an experienced Arboricultural Surveyor to join our growing Arboriculture team, supporting a wide range of infrastructure, utility, development and environmental projects across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, thrives in a field-based role, and has a genuine passion for trees and the environment. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality surveys and inspections that help inform planning, development and long-term asset management decisions.

Working alongside experienced Arboricultural Consultants and environmental specialists, you'll gain exposure to a varied portfolio of projects while having the autonomy to manage your own workload and make a genuine contribution from day one.

• Undertake BS5837:2012 tree surveys to support planning, development and construction projects across a range of sectors.
• Carry out Visual Tree Assessments (VTA) and tree condition surveys, identifying defects, physiological condition and management requirements.
• Collect and record accurate tree data using digital surveying equipment and specialist software.
• Identify tree species and assess site constraints, providing detailed and reliable survey information.
• Carry out measurements and assessments, including tree height, stem diameter, crown spread and rooting constraints.
• Support advanced tree investigations and decay detection surveys where required.
• Assist with tree protection monitoring and site inspections throughout construction and project delivery phases.
• Work collaboratively with consultants, project teams, contractors and clients, ensuring survey information is delivered accurately and professionally.
• Contribute to a variety of exciting projects, ranging from infrastructure and utility works to environmental improvements, biodiversity enhancement and development schemes.
• Maintain exceptional standards of health and safety, quality and professionalism across all surveying activities.

• A company vehicle as part of your package
• The opportunity to work across a diverse and interesting range of projects
• The autonomy to manage your own surveys and field workload
• Support from experienced Arboricultural Consultants and environmental professionals
• Ongoing training, professional development and career progression opportunities
• Exposure to a growing business delivering projects that positively impact communities and the environment
• The chance to build your technical expertise while working alongside industry specialists
• A supportive and collaborative team culture where your contribution is valued

• Previous experience undertaking arboricultural surveys and inspections
• Good working knowledge of BS5837:2012 surveys and tree assessment principles
• Strong tree identification skills and an understanding of common defects, diseases and disorders
• Experience using digital survey systems and specialist surveying software
• A qualification in Arboriculture, Forestry or a related discipline (Level 3, Level 4 or above desirable)
• LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection qualification (desirable)
• CSCS and/or ROLO certification (desirable)
• A good understanding of health and safety requirements when working on active sites
• A full UK driving licence
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate survey information
• A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the confidence to work independently in the field