Senior Arboricultural Consultant

Salary/Rate:£35,000 - £42,000
Town/City:Gateshead
County:Tyne and Wear
Sector:Ecology and Forestry
Job ref:1375619
Post Date:28.10.26
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is working with an established environmental consultancy in the North East that is looking to welcome a Senior Arboricultural Consultant to its growing team.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of varied arboricultural projects, work alongside experienced environmental professionals and contribute to the delivery of high-quality advice across development, planning and environmental projects.

You'll be joining a collaborative, multidisciplinary team where your expertise is valued, with flexibility around how you work and opportunities for continued professional development.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Leading arboricultural surveys, assessments and technical reporting, including BS5837 surveys and impact assessments.

  • Managing projects from initial enquiry through to completion, including budgets, programmes and quality assurance.

  • Providing practical arboricultural advice to clients and project teams.

  • Working collaboratively with ecology, landscape and planning specialists.

  • Supporting fee proposals, client relationships and business development.

  • Mentoring junior colleagues and sharing technical knowledge.

What We're Looking For

You'll ideally have:

  • A relevant qualification in Arboriculture, Forestry or a related discipline.

  • Experience delivering arboricultural assessments and technical reports.

  • Strong knowledge of UK arboricultural legislation, standards and best practice.

  • Experience managing projects and communicating with clients.

  • Professional membership, or working towards membership, with a relevant professional body.

  • A full UK driving licence.

We're particularly interested in people who enjoy combining technical work with project management and building positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

What's on Offer?

🌿 Salary: £32,000 to £41,500, depending on experience.

🌿 Hybrid and flexible working, with part-time arrangements considered.

🌿 A varied portfolio of arboricultural and environmental projects.

🌿 Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

🌿 A supportive, multidisciplinary team where collaboration and knowledge sharing are encouraged.

Interested in Finding Out More?

Whether you're actively considering a move or simply curious about what else might be available, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

At Ocean to Earth Recruitment, we take the time to understand your experience, career aspirations and what matters most to you in your next role.

To apply or find out more, please send your CV to:

📩 vicky@oceantoearth.co.uk

Ocean to Earth Recruitment
Connecting people, careers and opportunities across the natural and built environment.

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