£45000 - £50000 per annum
Arboricultural Contract Manager
Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch andamp; Poole (and surrounding areas)
Salary: £45,000-£50,000 p/a dependant on experience, plus Car Allowance
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Working hours: 40 hours a week, Mon - Fri 07:00 - 16:00
About the role
idverde are seeking an experienced Arboricultural Manager to oversee the delivery of our Arboricultural services across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole, as well as several additional contracts. The successful candidate will lead our expanding, dedicated team to ensure high standards of tree care, health and safety, and client satisfaction, in line with Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor requirements.
In this role, you will take full responsibility for the financial performance, quality, and safety of the Arboricultural division, ensuring the efficient delivery of existing contracts while focusing on business development. You''ll also play a key role in driving growth across both the public and private sectors by building strong client relationships and working closely with the regional Managing Director.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the Arboricultural department, including the yard and operational teams. Manage and coordinate a workforce of 15 staff, plus a Surveyor, Supervisor and Secretary.
- Ensure all works are completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest professional standards. Oversee scheduling, resource allocation, and operational planning.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, attend regular client meetings and develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Oversee the financial performance, ensuring contracts are delivered efficiently and profitably. Manage budgets, accounts and HR matters whilst monitoring and reporting financials and performance.
- Develop business opportunities and maintain long-term client relationships, striving for growth within the business.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in Arboricultural management or a similar supervisory role.
- Recognised Arboricultural qualification (e.g. Level 4 Certificate in Arboriculture or higher).
- Excellent knowledge of Arboricultural legislation, TPOs and planning procedures.
- Proven track record in managing staff, budgets andamp; contracts of up to £1.5M, with an appetite and ability for business expansion.
- Strong IT skills, including Excel and management software proficiency.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Based primarily in Bournemouth, Christchurch andamp; Poole, with travel to other sites as required.
What we offer
- We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, extensive in-house training academy andamp; coaching and mentorship.
- Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package de