Assistant Conservation and Tree Officer

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Come and be part of an enthusiastic and motivated One Team in helping to protect our significant number of protected trees across South Norfolk and Broadland.

Our Districts have a varied geography and a substantial number of protected trees, and in this role, you will take a supportive role in all tree related matters. This will include assessing trees for protection, processing applications and appeals, and providing related specialist advice and guidance to planning officers, enforcement teams, the public, and Councillors.

We have an ambitious growth and development agenda and take pride in protecting our environment whilst also promoting sustainable housing for the future. We are therefore looking for someone that can work closely with the Development Management team to help ensure that important trees are suitably protected and accommodated within developments.

About You

You will need to have experience within a tree and conservation role, ideally with an LPA. You should be able to work on your own initiative, be a strong team player and demonstrate passion and commitment to protecting trees, landscapes and the environment.

You should have a professional qualification in Tree/Landscape Management from a recognised body or national diploma in forestry or arboriculture or equivalent level 3 qualification in arboriculture. Consideration will be given to funding study for candidates with suitable experience but without the relevant qualifications.

For further information about the role or our organisation, please don''t hesitate to get in touch with the Recruiting Manager, or the People Team as follows:

Closing Date: 1st May 2026

Interview Date: 11th May 2026

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received.

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.