Salary - £22,937 - £25,440
This is a permanent full time position
The Borough of Oadby and Wigston is one of seven district councils in the County of Leicestershire, located south east of Leicester City Centre. Consisting of 2345 hectares (approximately 9 square miles) the Borough contains a diverse range of landscapes including three town centres, residential areas, two green wedges, two country parks together with areas of open countryside encompassing the Grand Union Canal and the River Sence. 240 Tree Preservation Orders and 10 conservation areas are currently in place and protect the trees in the Borough.
The Council is looking for a full time professional officer to this newly formed position. You will work across three council services and take the lead on our proactive tree survey including surveying, recording and management of the Council tree stock within parks, open spaces and housing areas. You will be required to monitor the quality and timing of works issued to and undertaken by the Council’s contractors as well as deal with tree work applications, notifications and planning consultations.
To be successful you will have a relevant qualification with experience in tree management and protection. You will be confident and conversant with all aspects of arboriculture including tree biology, hazard assessment and tree protection legislation. A working knowledge of best practice in tree surgery work will be coupled with good IT, communication and negotiation skills. Previous local authority experience is desirable but not essential.
This role will see you come into contact with members of the public, consultants, volunteers, planners and councillors as well as other sections of the Council so excellent communications and presentation skills are a must.
Closing date: 31 January 2016
Interview date: wc 8th February 2016
More information and application forms can be found at:
Job vacancies - Oadby and Wigston Borough Council