Trees and Landscape Officer

Job Title Trees and Landscape OfficerSalary £37,602-£45,564Full time, PermanentLocationTwickenham, TW2 7PUObjective of role Help shape a greener, safer Richmond upon Thames as a Trees and Landscape OfficerJoin our dedicated team managing the borough''s trees and delivering the Council''s statutory arboricultural services.You''ll carry out tree condition surveys, prepare work specifications, and support effective contractor management.You''ll play a key role in planning and protection-assessing Tree Work Applications, administering Tree Preservation Orders, and undertaking enforcement when required.Your expertise will support residents and colleagues as you respond to enquiries and attend emergency callouts to keep the public safe.You''ll also contribute to expanding the borough''s canopy cover through specialist tree care and new planting initiatives, while helping to develop systems that strengthen the Council''s tree service.If you''re passionate about the role trees play in climate resilience and want to make a real impact on the borough''s future, this is an exciting opportunity to join us.About the roleConducting tree asset and condition surveys: You will beassessing treesand gathering data to ensure appropriate management, in the best interests of maximising the benefits that trees provide whilst managing risk to within proportionate levels.Working with the Council''s arborist contractors: You will make work instructions that are to be carried out by the Council''s ..... full job details .....