WSP in the UK & Ireland
Consultant Arboriculturist
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Arboriculture Consultant – WSP, UK
Do you have a passion for trees?
About the Role...
At WSP, you’ll be joining a large, highly experienced, and friendly Ecology and Arboriculture team across the UK. We work on a diverse range of projects with private and public sector clients, delivering commercially viable, innovative, and integrated solutions.
We need a proactive team member who can balance multiple projects—GIS/CAD skills are helpful but not required. While familiarity with digital data capture devices (like tablets in the field) is preferred, we value practical enthusiasm and curiocity above all.
With projects spread across the UK, this role offers flexibility in location, allowing you to travel occasionally while supporting impactful work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the Principal and Senior Consultant in delivering high-quality arboricultural services
- Conducting site-based surveys, assessments, measurements, inspections, and monitoring (aligned with BS5837:2012 and tree hazard assessments)
- Collating and interpreting arboricultural information from desk studies
- Producing technical reports, feasibility studies, and arboricultural impact assessments
- Supporting arboricultural method statements and development of mitigation strategies
- Contributing to NSIP/DCO projects, including technical documentation
- Performing data analysis, project management, and pricing estimates for smaller sites
- Enthusiastically engaging with junior team members to foster career growth
- Participating in recruitment when required
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What We Look For:
Essential
- Passion and enthusiasm for arboriculture, a willingness to learn
- Minimum of a Level 3 qualification in arboriculture or a related field
- Professional Tree Inspectors (PTI) certification
- Practical experience as an arboricultural consultant, local authority tree officer, or similar role
- Fieldwork experience with digital data capture (e.g., surveys, data logging)
- Technical report writing to support planning applications
- Ability to collaborate effectively with professionals across arboriculture, landscape, and environmental disciplines
- Relevant legislative knowledge and experience in arboricultural survey methodologies
- Regular willingness to travel within the UK
- Enduring personal/professional commitment to ethical, safe, and high-quality practices
Desirable
- Prior GCI/H Zweiglein,City Tree Inspector, Arboricultural Association, or accreditations (ARB)
- Experience working with GIS, AutoCAD (GIS/CAD), or project management software
Application Note:
If you don’t meet all criteria, don’t hesitate to apply! We can discuss how your experience aligns with this role or other opportunities.
Why Join WSP?
About Us:
WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, enabling positive, lasting community impacts worldwide. In the UK and Ireland alone, we employ over 11,000 professionals.
We are driven by excellence, integrity, and inclusivity. Diverse voices shape our innovation.
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Benefits:
Work-Life Balance
We understand that work is part of a full life—and we want you to own it.
✔ Hybrid working – Design your schedule with two remote days per week ✔ Flexible location – With offices across the UK
Inclusivity & Belonging
We’re dedicated to diverse representation; at WSP, you belong.
✔ Flexible career paths, no exclusions based on background or identity ✔ Employee Resource Groups promote camaraderie and equity ✔ Clear anti-discrimination policy: diverse applications encourage us to make the best hire
Health and Wellbeing
Your thriving self, thrives with us.
✔ Thrive Program – Holistic wellness support ✔ Virtual GP access – NHS/Medical Council advisors on demand ✔ 40% discount on gym memberships via Gymflex ✔ Comprehensive menopause support ✔ Workplace adjustments available as needed
Time Flexibility
✔ WSP My Hour – Claim one personal hour daily (make it up or use it as you prefer) ✔ Part-time/ flexible work arrangements ✔ Purchase extra leave or use bank holidays with flexibility
Career Development
We invest in you.
✔ Training, mentoring, and opportunities like Chartership ✔ Individual growth plans – Your ambition is our priority
Ensure you get a voice: WSP is committed to supporting applicants from voices like yours and honored to be a Disability Confident Leader.* Allianz Partner нём can help support candidates with disabilities.
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