WSP in the UK & Ireland
Arboricultural Consultant/Arboriculturist
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Job Description
Help Shape Sustainable Development Across the UK
At WSP, we're proud to deliver innovative, commercially balanced arboricultural solutions that help create better places to live, work and thrive.
As an Arboricultural Consultant / Arboriculturist, you'll join a collaborative multidisciplinary team supporting a diverse portfolio of development, infrastructure, transport, energy and public-sector projects. Working alongside experienced specialists, you'll take ownership of project tasks, build strong client relationships and play a key role in delivering practical, high-quality arboricultural advice that makes a real impact.
Whether you're looking to deepen your technical expertise, broaden your project experience or take the next step in your consultancy career, WSP offers the support, flexibility and opportunities to help you succeed.
Why Join WSP?
At WSP, your career development is more than a goal. It's a priority.
You'll Benefit From
- Working on nationally significant and locally important projects across the UK.
- Exposure to a wide variety of development, infrastructure, transport, energy and public-sector schemes.
- A supportive, inclusive and collaborative team culture.
- Clear career progression pathways, mentoring and professional development opportunities.
- An annual training budget aligned to your personal and professional aspirations.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Paid membership of a relevant professional body.
- WSP Treats employee benefits programme.
- Competitive pension contributions.
- A 37.5-hour working week with flexible core hours.
What You'll Be Doing
As an Arboricultural Consultant, you'll play an important role in the delivery of arboricultural services across a broad range of projects.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Planning and undertaking BS5837 surveys, tree condition assessments and supporting desk-based studies.
- Producing clear, concise and well-structured technical reports, including:
- Tree Survey Reports
- Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA)
- Arboricultural Method Statements (AMS)
- Supporting senior colleagues in the delivery of arboricultural inputs to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs).
- Providing construction-stage arboricultural advice and support.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams, GIS and CAD specialists, clients and key stakeholders.
- Managing and coordinating project information efficiently and accurately.
- Identifying project risks, environmental constraints, programme challenges and opportunities for improved delivery.
- Contributing to a positive client experience through high-quality technical work and professional communication.
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What We're Looking For
- Experience within arboricultural consultancy, local authority tree officer roles or a similar arboricultural environment.
- Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture or higher.
- Sound working knowledge of:
- BS5837:2012
- Tree protection principles
- The UK planning system and development process
- Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across multiple projects.
- A strong commitment to health, safety and safe site-working practices.
Desirable
- Level 4 qualification, degree or related diploma.
- Professional membership status such as:
- TechArborA
- MArborA
- MICFor
- Or working towards chartered/professional accreditation
- Experience using CAD, GIS and digital data capture tools.
- Experience working on multidisciplinary development and infrastructure projects.
- Tree Risk Assessment qualifications.
- Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) certification.
- Arboricultural Clerk of Works experience.
- Construction site experience.
Ready to Make an Impact?
At WSP, you'll be part of a global team committed to shaping a more sustainable and resilient future. You'll work alongside talented professionals, contribute to meaningful projects and have the opportunity to develop your career in an environment where your growth is genuinely supported.
We recognise that no candidate meets every requirement. If you're excited by the opportunity and believe you can make a positive contribution, we'd still love to hear from you. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
With us, you can. Apply today.
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work-life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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