Tree Officer
Permanent
Grade 5 - £40,221 - £48,474 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week
Birmingham Parks Service is looking to recruit a suitably qualified, experienced, and dynamic individual to complement and complete the existing team of Tree Officers.
With a proven background in arboriculture you will be responsible for the day to day management of trees that fall under the departments responsibility.
You will carry out tree inspections and recommend work as part of a rolling programme of risk assessment and deal with enquiries from a number of sources including MP’s, Councillor’s and members of the public.
You will possess good IT skills. A full driving licence is also essential.
You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered.
Closing date 4 April 2024 at 23.59.
Interviews for this post will take place virtually via video conferencing. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information.
For any informal enquires please contact: Simon Smith at simon.smith@birmingham.gov.uk
Ref: BCC1962
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
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