Tree and Woodland Officer

Job location: Ards and North Down Borough

Salary: Scale SO2, SCP 26 - 28 £30,451 - £32,234 per annum

Hours: 36

Worktime: Monday - Friday. Hours to be confirmed.

Closing date: 29/12/2021

Employer: Ards and North Down Borough Council

Business: Local Government

Address: The Castle

Bangor

Postcode: BT20 4BT

Telephone: 0300 0133333

Email: recruit@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk

Website: www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk

Job Duties: Develop, review and implement the Council's Tree & Woodland Policy.Develop, identify, and promote the appreciation and enjoyment of tree and woodland assets and resource in all their aspects across the Borough.Ensure a customer focused approach by engaging with key stakeholders to identify and implement environmental and commercial measures and sustainable project solutions.

Qualifications / Experience: Arboriculture, Woodland Management, Conservation, Horticulture or similar. Achieved the Lantra Professional Tree Inspection Qualification or similar (refresher required if achieved within five years) or without this Qualification must obtain within 12 months of appointment. Applicants must be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, that they have two year's experience in:Providing professional advice and guidance on Arboriculture Services or similar to Management. Writing and presenting technical reports to management. Engaging effectively with stakeholders including partners, community groups, volunteers and the public. Delivering successful outcomes and continuous improvement. Understanding of Health and Safety and undertaking practical risk assessments.Please refer to Council website for Job Description

Application Method: Apply online at www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk

REF: ST 12386

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Other Information: Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through Council's GetGot system. However, Council will consider requests for applications in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements if possible.