Highways Tree Inspector

Our client is seeking an experienced Tree Inspector, based in Whitminster, to help manage and protect the trees across their highway network. You’ll play a key role in identifying and assessing Ash Dieback, ensuring public safety, and supporting long‑term environmental resilience. This is a hands‑on, field‑based role where technical accuracy and professional judgement are essential.

• A recognised qualification in Arboriculture or strong demonstrable experience in tree inspection and surveying.
• Proven experience identifying and assessing Ash Dieback and other tree health issues.
• Knowledge of tree risk assessment methodologies (QTRA, THREATS, VALID or similar).
• Confident use of GIS/digital data‑capture tools for recording inspections.
• A full UK driving licence and experience working in highways, local authority, or large‑scale infrastructure environments.

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service, with options to buy, sell, or carry over leave.
• Competitive pension scheme, with the ability to switch to matching contributions up to 8% after 6 months.
• Share plan access after 6 months’ service, including favourable terms and a buy one, get one free share offer.
• Life assurance starting at 1x salary, increasing to 3x after 6 months and 4x after 5 years.
• Access to a comprehensive Benefits Hub, including retail discounts, EAP, Cycle to Work, flu vaccinations, eyecare, community volunteering days, and recognition schemes.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.