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We are looking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced Arboriculturist to be responsible for the management and maintenance of trees within the Borough. You will assist the Principal Arboriculturalist in all aspects of the section's work. Duties range from tree inspections, contract preparation, supervision, tree preservation orders and planning legislation through to giving advice to individual residents.
As well as relevant experience, you'll need superb organisational, communication and IT skills. In addition, you should possess an appropriate qualification - ideally National Diploma in Arboriculture (or equivalent).
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Job Pack
Closing date: 5PM, Monday 7th July 2008. |
Reference: DS2886
Group: Cleansing
Job Type: Permanent
Job Hours: Full-time Part-time Job-share
Salary:£20,595 - £24,528
Description:
You will assist the Arboricultural officers with the management of the Council’s tree stock, ensuring a safe and pleasant environment for residents and families.
Knowledge of tree-related legislation and tree maintenance should be coupled with a familiarity of word processing, database and digital mapping packages.
With a National Certificate in Arboriculture or equivalent and experience of inspecting trees, you will have effective interpersonal and communication skills, combined with the ability to manage your time effectively. You will also need to demonstrate the flexibility to work in varying situations.
You will hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business use. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for disabled candidates.
Interviews will be held on 18 July 2008.
Job description and Person specification
Closing Date: 03/07/2008
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Ref: 3716 - Closing Date is 18th July
£22,539 - £23,937 per annum inclusive
We are seeking an enthusiastic team member to work within our established Green Spaces Team,
providing Arboricultural services for Merton Council’s trees and woodlands in parks and schools,
and providing Arboricultural advice and expertise to all other departments and stakeholders and
helping to ensure that the Council fulfils it’s duty of care.
Reporting to the Arboricultural Manager, you will order and prioritise works, deal with tree enquiries,
undertake tree inspections and surveys and monitor the work of contractors.
You will have knowledge and experience of Arboriculture, hold a nationally recognised qualification in
the industry and be abreast of developments in current good practice and health and safety issues.
As well as an ability to handle a range of technical matters you will need computer skills and
knowledge of a modern tree management database.
A full driving license is essential.
A CRB check will be required for this post.
Further information about the above job can be found on Merton's website at www.merton.gov.uk/jobs/ where you can apply for this job online.
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