Tree Officer

Tree Officer (Temporary Contract)Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire (Hybrid Working)Pay Rate: 19.19 per hour (PAYE) inc Holiday 24.72 per hour UmbrellaContract: TemporaryService Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Tree Officer on behalf of our public sector client based out of Halifax. This is a fantastic opportunity for an arboricultural professional to contribute to the protection and management of trees across a diverse borough.The RoleWorking within a busy Development Management environment, you will play a key role in safeguarding trees by assessing applications, providing specialist advice, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.This is a hybrid position, with a mix of home working, office attendance, and site visits, therefore being able to drive is key for any applicant.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess and determine applications for works to protected trees and those within Conservation AreasProvide expert arboricultural advice on planning applications and development proposalsManage and review Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs)Represent the organisation in appeals relating to tree decisionsLead on enforcement cases involving unauthorised tree works, including preparing evidence for courtAct as a key liaison for external stakeholders regarding tree-related mattersCarry out site inspections across the boroughAbout YouTo be considered, you must demonstrate:A HNC in Arboriculture (or equivalent qualification)A full UK driving license and access ..... full job details .....