Arboricultural Officer

Arboricultural Officer - Hillingdon Council Skip to main content Vacancies Hillingdon Council Jobs Vacancies 0 Saved Jobs Log in to your account Login with Facebook Login with LinkedIn Or Email Address: Email Address is a required field Password: Password is a required field Remember username * Required Login Forgot Password? Register for an account 0 Saved Jobs Log in Log in to your account Login with Facebook Login with LinkedIn Or Email Address: Email Address is a required field Password: Password is a required field Remember username * Required Login Forgot Password? Register Hillingdon Council Jobs Arboricultural Officer Posted on 29 September 2026 Save job Apply Closing date: 31 October 2026 Department Green Spaces, Environment, Health & Safety Department is a required field Salary £41,511 - £43,449 per annum Vacancy type Permanent Hours per week 36 Home Vacancies Arboricultural Officer About the role Hillingdon is one of London's greenest boroughs, home to an extensive and diverse tree population that makes a vital contribution to the local environment and the wellbeing of our residents. We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Arboricultural Officer to join our Green Spaces team and help manage, protect and enhance this important asset. This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified arboricultural professional to play a key role in delivering the Council's tree management responsibilities. You will undertake inspections of the Council's tree stock, assess tree-related service requests, develop specifications for tree works, manage contractors and contribute to the delivery of our Tree Strategy. You will also support planning, highways, housing and other services by providing expert arboricultural advice. Working across the borough, you will be involved in a varied workload including Tree Preservation Orders, Conservation Area notifications, tree risk management, pest and disease control, insurance claims, resident enquiries and woodland management initiatives. No two days are the same, and you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to Hillingdon's landscape and environment. About you We are looking for a motivated and customer-focused professional who is passionate about arboriculture and committed to delivering excellent public services. You will have: A qualification in Arboriculture, Forestry or a related discipline (Level 4 or equivalent experience). Recent UK arboricultural experience, ideally within a local authority environment. A good understanding of tree legislation, including Tree Preservation Orders and Conservation Areas. Experience of carrying out tree inspections and recording findings accurately using electronic management systems. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical matters clearly to residents, councillors and colleagues. Experience of contractor management and quality assurance. A full UK driving licence and the ability to work across the borough. PTI certification is desirable, although support may be available for the right candidate to obtain this qualification. About us At Hillingdon, we put our residents first. We are committed to protecting and enhancing our green infrastructure while delivering high-quality, value-for-money services. Joining our Green Spaces team means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, innovation and collaborative working. What we offer In return, we offer: A competitive local government pension scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement. Ongoing professional development opportunities. Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate. Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits. The opportunity to help shape and protect one of London's most significant tree populations About You About us We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is