Leeds is one of the UK’s biggest urban conurbations outside of London and one of the UK’s top places to relocate. Leeds sits in the heart of England with access to some of the best UK countryside, with the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District to the North and equidistant escapes to Whitby and Lancashire coastlines. Leeds has great train connections to the south and further north and offers some stunning places to live. Leeds City Council has huge ambitions to be one of the UK’s leading councils on green issues, sustainability and tackling inequality.

The [Urban] Forestry Section are developing a new team of arboricultural officers ideally (but not essential) with a professional background in the management of trees, forests, or woodlands. The ideal candidate will be looking to advance their career in arboriculture and help develop the service.

The role involves regular tree inspections, maintaining records and issuing of works. Working with a range of stakeholders is an integral part of the role plus working alongside internal and external arboricultural operatives.

Good communication skills are essential for this role alongside a self-disciplined outlook. The ability to lead by example, strive for best practice and be open, honest, and trustworthy are central. Experience of working with tree management systems is ideal but training can be provided. A good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages is essential.

Great potential for career development in an essential green service with opportunity for multi-disciplinary work and further career development. Membership of a professional body encouraged, with support provided towards chartership.