Tree Officer (part-time)
North West Leicestershire has lots going on in terms of development in the district and we are looking for a dedicated part-time Tree Officer to join our team. You will be dealing with Tree Preservation and Trees in Conservation area applications, making recommendations on new Tree Preservation Orders and providing advice to our planning officers on planning applications which impact on trees and landscaping.
The district is varied and includes both urban and rural areas within the National Forest and Charnwood Forest, providing you with
the opportunity to further develop and hone your arboriculture skills and influence how the natural environment in the district is developed and protected. You must have demonstrable experience of tree and landscaping work within a planning team or equivalent and be customer focussed, an effective team player and hold a recognised arboriculture qualification.
To find out more please contact Dylan Jones (Team Manager) on 01530 490138 or by email to dylan.jones@nwleicestershire.gov.uk
• 14½ hrs per week with an annual salary of £13,993 to £15,289 (full-time equivalent £34,834 - £38,223pa)
(pay award pending)
• Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working
• 99 hours of holidays per year (including bank holidays) increasing to 111 hours after 5 years
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with approx. 25% employer’s contribution
• Employee benefits programme’ including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses
• Continued training and development opportunities
• Payment of professional fees
You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers
Applications must be made using the on-line application process.
Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing Date: Sunday 12th May 2024