Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
Arboricultural Operational Supervisor
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Arboricultural Operational Supervisor
We are currently seeking a knowledgeable, organised, and proactive individual to join our Neighbourhood Services team as an Arboricultural Operational Supervisor. This is an important role within the Arboricultural Operational Service, supporting the safe and effective management of tree works across Neath Port Talbot. You will help oversee the day-to-day management, supervision, and delivery of arboricultural operations, including remedial tree works programmes, contractor coordination, tree inspections, public enquiries, and emergency response arrangements.
As an Arboricultural Operational Supervisor, you will supervise arboricultural staff and contractors, help plan and coordinate work programmes, and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.
Your daily routine will include:
- Overseeing and coordinating arboricultural works and remedial tree works programmes.
- Supervising works undertaken by internal teams and external contractors.
- Carrying out tree inspections and ensuring appropriate follow-up action is arranged.
- Responding to tree-related enquiries, correspondence, and complaints from residents, officers, and other stakeholders.
- Maintaining health and safety standards, risk assessments, safe systems of work, and relevant industry guidance.
- Supporting emergency work planning during storm conditions or other operational pressures.
About you
Do you have:
- Significant experience in the arboricultural or a related industry.
- Knowledge of tree inspections and tree management.
- A minimum Level 2 arboricultural qualification, for example, a Royal Forestry Society Certificate in Arboriculture or ISA Certified Arborist examination.
- The ability to supervise arboricultural staff and contractors.
- Good literacy, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to deal sensitively with the public and colleagues.
- A full driving licence and a flexible approach to work.
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We would welcome those with experience in the following roles: Arboricultural Supervisor, Tree Officer, Arborist, Tree Inspector, Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, Contract Supervisor, or similar operational arboriculture and environmental services roles.
About us
We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.
Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.
- Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance.
- Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution.
- Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too).
- Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure.
- Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment.
- Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme.
- Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.
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If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you. For more information and to apply, please visit Jobs - NPT Council.
Closing date
4th September 2026
DBS requirements
This post is not subject to a DBS check.
Welsh Language Requirements
Welsh Language skills are not required.
Additional Information
Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Please note that applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.
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