Tree Officer / Senior Tree Officer

at  Dorset Councils

PROTECT IT. SHAPE IT. ENJOY IT. BE PART OF DORSET.

We are seeking a dedicated individual to fill the role of Tree Officer or Senior Tree Officer within our Tree Team at Dorset Council. This permanent, full-time opportunity allows you to join a committed group of 9 tree officers and 4 tree assistants, all working together to safeguard and enhance Dorset’s green legacy.
Your expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring our trees and hedgerows flourish for generations to come.

ABOUT YOU:

We are looking for a positive, conscientious individual with a meticulous eye for detail. Whether you’re an experienced Tree Officer or aspiring Senior Tree Officer, your track record in managing TPOs, tree work applications, and Conservation Area Notifications will be essential. You will bring strong organisational skills and a good knowledge of GIS systems, confidently engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including the public, council colleagues, and private sector partners.
Your specialist knowledge in development management will be key to promoting sustainable growth within Dorset. If you have a depth of understanding in arboriculture and a passion for preserving our unique arboreal landscape, we want you on our team.
At Dorset Council, we value collaboration and strong interpersonal skills. Your ability to unite teams and foster partnerships will be pivotal in continuing to enhance Dorset’s natural beauty. We also understand the importance of work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This position requires regular site visits, necessitating a vehicle (or suitable transport deemed acceptable by the council) on most working days. Whatever stage of your career you’re at, clear communication and an alignment with our values of Responsibility, Respect, Recognition, and Collaboration will set you up for success.
Join us in shaping the future of Dorset, ensuring it remains a vibrant, green, and sustainable place to live and work. With beautiful beaches and countryside on your doorstep, a career in Dorset offers everything you need.
To discuss this post, please contact Alison Turnock, Service Manager for Conservation, via email at alison.turnock@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or on 01929 557337
This is a full-time, permanent role at 37 hours per week.
Grade 9: £29,777 - £33,945
Grade 10: £33,024 - £37,336
Grade 11: £36,648 - £42,403
This post requires significant travel. You must have a vehicle (or transport we deem suitable) available for use as needed.
This role is UK based and we will need to establish your Right to Work as part of the appointment process.
We use generic job descriptions and person specifications. This means the job title on any attachments may differ from the job title in the advert. We may provide specific information in a context statement if relevant.
Interviews are expected to take place on 5th December 2024

As a vital member of our Tree Team, you will engage with tree work applications and planning notifications, assessing their impact on our natural environment. Your responsibilities will include making, modifying, and reviewing Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs), as well as gathering evidence for planning breaches when necessary.
Depending on your experience, this position may be filled as a Tree Officer or a Senior Tree Officer. In the Senior Tree Officer role, you will also lead a team, collaborating closely with the Tree Team Leader to develop and implement consistent service standards. You will manage a caseload of applications, advising on more complex issues while guiding and mentoring team members.