Tree Officer

Tree Officer – HB0148

Grade G - £33,819 to £37,262 per annum

Permanent 37 hours per week

Public Service Plaza, Havant

Havant is a unique environment between the Solent coast and the South Downs. The Council’s Corporate Strategy puts the Borough’s natural environment at the heart of the Council, upcoming projects and our decision making.

Contributing to this, you will deliver the Council’s responsibilities in relation to tree preservation, woodland and hedgerows and provide a high standard of arboriculture service. The role also contributes to the provision of an efficient and effective Planning Service that makes a positive contribution to the built and natural environment of the Borough of Havant, facilitating sustainable economic growth and development.

The role is suited to those with knowledge and experience of implementing a local authority’s obligations in relation to trees, woodlands and hedgerows. If not in place, the Council can provide sponsorship to achieve relevant qualifications and membership of a professional body.

In return for your hard work and contribution, we can offer you a competitive salary, support for your continuous professional development, generous annual leave, free parking, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and more. Take a look at our website for the full range of benefits and support we offer our staff https://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers

If you would like to discuss the role, please contact David Hayward on 07718 125935 or Rachael McMurray on 02392 446546 or 07879 529368.

To apply Click here. Please attach your CV and a supporting statement, when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful. Please ensure you read the Role Profile to demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 11 April 2023 and interviews will be held week commencing 24 April 23.

Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing date.

The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment.