Tree Services Officer

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Introduction

Are you an experienced arboriculture professional with a strong understanding of urban tree management? Do you have the confidence to monitor contracts, manage competing priorities and provide sound technical advice? Are you comfortable using data, mapping systems and reports to support good decision-making? If so, this is an opportunity to help protect, manage and enhance Lewisham’s trees for the benefit of residents, communities and the wider environment.

What’s the role?

As Tree Services Officer, you will support the delivery of Lewisham’s tree management service, helping to preserve and enhance the borough’s tree stock. You will inspect trees, monitor tree management contracts, support project delivery, maintain tree-related data and provide professional advice on operational, insurance, risk and resident enquiries. You will also work closely with contractors, council colleagues, elected members and community stakeholders to ensure the service is safe, responsive and well managed

What’s in it for you?

Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone with a recognised arboriculture qualification and a strong understanding of tree management in an urban environment. You will bring experience of working with contractors and partners, monitoring service standards and supporting improvement. You will be organised, able to manage deadlines and confident preparing reports, briefings and written responses. You will also be able to communicate clearly with a wide range of people, including residents, colleagues, elected members and external organisations