Location
Bristol

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
As an Arboriculturist at Arcadis, you will join a 50+ strong ecology team with over 20 years of experience delivering a full range of ecological and arboricultural surveys and assessments. You will provide expert advice on masterplanning, mitigation and enhancement design, ecosystem service and natural capital assessment. Working within our Environmental team, your expertise will contribute to improving quality of life by addressing environmental management, technical, and sustainability challenges including protected species, pollution, surface water and materials management, air quality, and noise in some of the world’s busiest and most beautiful locations.

Your role will involve conducting BS 5837:2012 Arboricultural surveys, producing Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIAs) and Arboricultural Method Statements (AMSs), and occasionally undertaking climbed surveys to inspect potential bat roosting features. You will provide general arboricultural advice, complete projects, and deliver reports suitable for planning applications, all aimed at protecting natural environments and water resources while supporting sustainable development.

Arcadis is committed to empowering its people to be their best, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where your unique skills and expertise can help create a lasting legacy for a more prosperous planet.

Experience
- Proven track record in undertaking tree condition surveys, BS 5837 surveys, and producing reports suitable for planning applications
- Experience in writing Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements
- Knowledge of health and safety issues related to site survey and supervision

About you
- Strong arboricultural knowledge and passion for environmental management
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to delivering sustainable solutions and improving quality of life
- Enthusiastic about continuous professional development and contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace

Qualifications
- Suitable qualification such as FdSc Arb, BSc, Technician’s Certificate in Arboriculture or a closely related field
- Membership of the Arboricultural Association or the Institute of Chartered Foresters
- Understanding of BS 5837:2012 Tree Quality Surveys and preparation of Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements

Desirable
- LANTRA Professional Tree Inspector Certificate
- CS38: Accessing a Tree with Rope and Harness and Aerial Rescue
- Experience with database asset management software and tablet data collection
- Experience assessing trees for potential bat roosting features