Tree Officer

Our client in Surrey is looking for a Tree Officer is primarily responsible for processing Tree Preservation Orders, applications and Conservation Area notifications.

Main duties

1. Make assessments of planning applications in respect of their tree impacts

2. Suggest conditions and consider tree protection and/or landscaping details submitted

3. Assess proposals to undertake works to protected trees (TPOs or within Conservation Areas)

4. Liaise with applicants and their agents to find solutions, overcome issues or discuss concerns

5. Prepare and serve Tree Preservation Orders

6. Assist with investigation of unauthorised tree works

7. Provide advice appeal or in prosecution as required

8. Maintain up to date arboricultural knowledge

9. Provide general advice and support to elected councillors, officers of the planning service and wider Council and members of the public

If you have the right experience for this role and feel your skills and experience match the requirements, or if you would like more information on the role, please email vanessa@buckinghamfutures.com or saima@buckinghamfutures.com. Alternatively, you can contact us on 020 8125 4321.