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Level 3 Arboriculturist – Essex
Company Overview
A leading specialist services provider is seeking a Level 3 Arboriculturist to support its expanding vegetation and arboriculture operations. The company delivers a range of services across the rail, utilities, and local authority sectors, with a particular focus on innovative aerial survey methods using UAV (Drone) technology. The main office is based in Essex, supported by regional teams across the UK.
With a reputation for technical excellence and safety, the business offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge tree management projects that shape safe and sustainable landscapes along critical infrastructure networks.
Role Overview
This is a full-time, primarily office-based role for a qualified Arboriculturist, with occasional opportunities for remote work. The successful candidate will play a key role in analysing UAV (Drone) aerial survey data, identifying species, and producing precise vegetation management plans that balance environmental sustainability with operational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and interpret UAV (Drone) survey footage of lineside environments
- Accurately identify tree species and assess vegetation health
- Categorise vegetation types and assess potential risk
- Produce safe, efficient, and sustainable work prescriptions within time-critical frameworks
- Collaborate with operational teams to support project delivery
Key Requirements:
- Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture (or equivalent)
- Strong tree identification skills and understanding of tree health, physiology, and disease
- Experience with vegetation risk management practices
- Excellent analytical and organisational skills
- Comfortable working independently and in a team
- Strong IT proficiency and reporting capability
- Full UK driving licence
- LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection certification (desirable)
- Prior experience with tree inspections and surveys (desirable)
Location Requirement:
Candidates should live withinthe Essex, as regular office attendance is expected.
Why Apply?
- Be part of a forward-thinking team using drone technology to improve asset safety and environmental impact
- Enjoy a varied role with a mix of field data analysis, reporting, and decision-making
- Join a company that values innovation, technical integrity, and long-term sustainability
