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With 20 years' experience in the industry, we are well aware that there comes a time in every climbing arborists' life that being up trees for a living becomes harder. Often that moment is what pre-empts the conversation we then have with climbers about next steps but it pays to think about this before that moment arrives. There are several ways that experienced climbers and groundsmen can advance their careers. There are lots of options, whether it's going on to become a tree surveyor, a planning officer, a practical assessor, a teacher or college lecturer, an expert witness, and lots more - there's something for everyone in the arb industry. The thing is that decades of experience and chainsaw tickets usually just isn't enough. However, a bit of forward planning and some extra time and effort will gain you the qualification you need to progress higher while your feet are on the ground. Watching who's about you on a daily basis in the arb world and seeing what draws your attention might help you decide a direction. The following links will take you to the Arboriculture Association website and they offer a wealth of information and support in this area. For a simple page of the possible careers in this sector click here and for a more detailed, clear view of the qualifications needed for different roles it's here. You can also access a list of training providers which offer suitable courses across the UK here. We would love to hear from education providers and those who have gone on to qualify at Level 3 or above in the arb sector about other options that will enrich this blog. We'll keep it updated so that it's useful on an ongoing basis. In the meantime it's really worth thinking about what your plan is for when climbing looses its shine. We're here when the time comes and we usually have a good range of technical as well as practical jobs available. Please comment if there are roles you think should be included above or if you have any questions. Kate & Beccy 😊

Evening. I am a Midlands based Arboricultural Consultant & Surveyor available for sub contracted technical work for the next 3 months be it full or part time. I am mobile and available immediately countrywide if enough work is there.15 years of experience in BS5837:2012 development site surveying and reporting as with large scale VTA surveying and reports on both the private and LPA sides. Have been working in a self employed capacity since 2011. I am ideally looking for large scale tree surveying work for the next 1-3 months full time but will consider any offers. CV and referees available on request. Many Thanks

Self employed, Derby based, fully insured utility arb surveying on WPD Notts/Derby/lincs/Cov/War/Stoke/Telford/Shrews patches for 13 years. Ready for 2018 contracts. Any replies/messages much appreciated.

idverde is the UK’s leading provider of integrated management and maintenance services for parks and green spaces. The company has recently merged with the largest French landscaping business and together, the idverde group is the largest of its kind in Europe. In the UK, we employ over a thousand employees nationally and we’re growing fast. The services we provide include landscape design and construction, park management and consultancy, grounds maintenance, tree surgery and external cleansing. Job Title: Tree Surveyor Location: Birmingham Salary: Competitive The main purpose of the role will be to undertake tree condition surveys and detailed tree inspections, and to provide reports and technical support to colleagues, customers and clients as required mainly in the Birmingham area. idverde are currently looking to recruit a Qualified Tree Surveyor to undertake ad-hoc and programmed inspections of the trees, entering data onto a computerised system and where necessary specifying remedial works. Role Responsibilities Undertake asset inspections where specific tree knowledge is required To ensure that tree inspection and surveys are accurate and provided all information required. Provide accurate reports and responses to tree related queries. Provide a professional service to customers Meet agreed targets and performance standards. Undertake Audits of works to ensure quality and safety Maintain an up to date knowledge of tree pest and disease developments, national standards relating to trees and developments in Arboriculture. Skills & Qualifications Minimum of QCF level 3 Arboricultural qualification Lantra Professional Tree Inspection desirable and relevant industry experience. IT literate, MS Office programmes, GIS and Asset management/Survey software Experience of using mobile computing devices Use of Visual Tree Assessment techniques. Demonstrable previous relevant industry experience is desirable. Self-motivated with the ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a team Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to communicate professionally, concisely and effectively, particularly to those with and without an understanding of trees and tree related issues If you feel you have the required skills and experience please send a covering letter and up to date CV to the email address below quoting TSBirmingham. The covering letter should clearly state the skills and experiences you possess that are particularly relevant to the role. Email: [email protected]

Our client is an established contractor based in the West Midlands. They undertake a wide range of work for local authorities (they hold several long term contracts for councils), commercial, (including some utility contracts) and domestic. They hold a large number of accreditations and have a reputation for high quality work and a professional service delivery. They are currently looking to employ a PTI qualified surveyor to assist with their contract with Birmingham City Council. The work would involve programmed VTA inspections of local authority trees. The work will be primarily within the West Midlands area and the pay will be on a per tree basis on a full or part time basis so would suit a self employed worker. It is expected to run for circa 8 months. Candidates must be qualified to level three in arboriculture and ideally have previous technical experience in surveying or similar. A LANTRA PTI qualification is essential. Times and days of work are flexible and the work is available on a part time or full time basis and will be based on number of trees surveyed at circa £1.30 per tree with the expectation of 100 trees per day to be surveyed. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 01743 344466 quoting reference 1711-9

Tree surveyors required for immediate start in West Midlands. Please get in touch 0800 3287988 or email [email protected]

Opportunity to work for a large east midlands local authority's tree section. Employing several Tree Officers and Inspectors our client not only manages their own authority trees, but also those of several neighbouring councils. They also have a direct work force of arborists who maintain the council's trees. They currently have funding for an additional Trees and Woodlands Officer for 6 months on a 3 day per week basis. This position reports to the Trees and Woodlands Manager and is responsible for both the management of the council's tree stock and the provision of technical advice to other council departments - for example planning in connection with protected trees. Candidates will need to be qualified to a minimum of level 3 in arboriculture and ideally have previous technical experience. LANTRA professional tree inspection would be an advantage. A full driving licence and access to a car for business purposes is essential (mileage paid). Rate of pay circa £13.50 PAYE or £16.75PH contract, plus mileage. Please contact Bruce at CTC recruitment for more information: Email: [email protected], Tel: 01743 344466.

We are currently expanding our client base and are looking to gather together a small list of qualified and reliable self employed tree surveyors for on site data collection throughout Greater London, Surrey, Hampshire, Kent and surrounding counties in the South and South East. The majority of work will be data collection conforming to BS5837:2012 on proposed development sites and also on larger scale tree health and safety survey sites. Relevant Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture and Professional Tree Inspectors certificate required as a minimum. Previous experience and Driving licence essential. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us at [email protected].