Location
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Gloucestershire

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£26,959 per annum

About the Role
Join Forestry England, a passionate team of foresters, professionals and experts dedicated to growing the nation’s forests for everyone. As an Arborist within the Tree Team at Westonbirt, you will be part of a team of seven responsible for Arboriculture Operations. You will work closely with other staff members to develop and ensure the health of the Arboretum's diverse flora species. Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, is one of the most beautiful and important plant collections in the world, containing over 15,000 specimens representing 2,500 taxa from across the temperate world. The Arboretum plays a vital role in research and conservation, including species of global conservation concern. It is also a major visitor attraction in the Southwest, welcoming over 550,000 visitors annually. Your work will contribute to maintaining this unique landscape and supporting Forestry England’s vision to be a world leader in trees, inspiring people through conservation, education and participation.

Benefits
Forestry England contributes an average of 28.97% towards your pension through the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme. You will receive 25 days holiday per year, increasing by one day per year of service up to 30 days (pro-rated for part-time employees), plus bank holidays. The STaR employee benefits scheme offers discounts on everyday shopping, holidays, insurance, gym memberships, wellbeing apps and more. Free parking is available at Forestry England sites, along with free entry to the National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury. Forestry England supports lifelong learning and career development through continual professional development, individual learning plans, and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Relevant experience in arboriculture or related fields is desirable to support the health and maintenance of diverse tree species within the Arboretum.

About you
You are passionate about forestry and conservation, enjoy working outdoors, and are committed to contributing positively to the environment. You work well within a team and are motivated to support the Arboretum’s vision and operations.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not explicitly stated; however, a good understanding of arboriculture practices and a willingness to engage in continual professional development are important. You must be able to communicate effectively in spoken English as required by the role.