Tree Officer – West Midlands

Hybrid | 22.5 Hours per Week | 6-Month Contract

£30–£45 per hour (DOE)

Estimated take-home pay: £2,000–£2,900 per month

We're recruiting on behalf of a local authority in the West Midlands for an experienced Tree Officer to join their Planning Team on a 6-month contract with an ASAP start.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who can confidently manage their own caseload and work independently from day one.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of Tree Preservation Order (TPO) applications and Section 211 notifications for works to trees within Conservation Areas. Duties will include:

• Assessing TPO and Conservation Area tree work applications.
• Undertaking site inspections to assess tree condition, amenity value and the impact of proposed works.
• Preparing reports and making recommendations in line with legislation and best practice.
• Identifying where new Tree Preservation Orders may be required.
• Providing arboricultural advice to planning officers, applicants, agents, councillors and parish councils.
• Ensuring applications are processed within statutory timescales.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience handling TPO and Section 211 applications.
• Local authority or planning experience is highly desirable.
• Strong report-writing skills and the ability to manage a caseload independently.

Working Arrangements

• Predominantly remote working.
• Office attendance required weekly or fortnightly for site visits and meetings.

Start date: ASAP. If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, get in touch today for the full details.