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Arboricultural Consultant
Job Posted: 6 hours ago
Salary: £ 25,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Salford, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Bennett and Game are representing a leading Manchester-based environmental consultancy who are seeking Arboricultural Consultants at all levels to join their expanding team. This is an opportunity to work with purpose, delivering practical, design-led solutions that help clients balance development with meaningful environmental value. With a current headcount of 25 and a turnover on track to grow from £2 million to £3 million in the next 12 months, the business is in a strong phase of sustained, strategic growth underpinned by a robust and varied project pipeline.
From BS5837 surveys and risk assessments to tree protection strategies and community engagement, you'll gain diverse project exposure across residential, education, infrastructure, and commercial sectors. The team offers genuine career progression, with tailored development whether you're early in your career or stepping into a senior leadership role. The culture is collaborative and low-hierarchy, where ideas are welcomed regardless of job title.
Arboricultural Consultant Job Overview
Your role will vary based on your level, but may include:
Leading or contributing to arboricultural surveys and assessments across varied sectors
Preparing clear, high-quality reports including tree constraints, risk assessments, and planning advice
Advising clients and design teams on tree protection, planning strategy, and TPO/CA matters
Producing technical drawings using CAD and/or GIS platforms (ArcGIS Pro)
Supporting junior colleagues through training, QA, or mentoring
Working closely with ecology, landscape, and project teams in an integrated way
Ensuring the efficient and quality-driven delivery of client work
Arboricultural Consultant Job Requirements
A degree or Level 4 qualification in Arboriculture or a closely related subject
Consultancy experience (minimum 2 years for surveyor level; 3+ for consultant level) however for the lower salary range we are considering graduates and Junior individuals so a lot of the following requirement are not necessary.
Strong knowledge of tree surveying techniques and hazard/risk assessment methodologies
Clear, professional written communication, with the ability to produce accurate reports, plans, and well-reasoned recommendations
Confidence liaising with clients, LPAs, planners, and internal colleagues
A proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently when needed
A full UK driving licence
PTI (Professional Tree Inspection) certification
Membership of the Arboricultural Association or equivalent body
Experience mentoring or managing junior team members
Familiarity with BS5837, QTRA or THREATS systems
Willingness to travel and occasionally stay away for site delivery
Arboricultural Consultant Salary & Benefits
Salary: £25,000 - £45,000 depending on experience and role level
24 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 30 with long service
5% employer pension contribution
Hybrid working (project dependent; surveyors mainly site-based)
Company vehicles available for business travel
Cycle to Work and Techscheme
Free annual eye test & eyecare scheme
Discount at a local leisure centre
1 volunteering day per year
Paid professional membership (1 per year)
Supportive, open-plan office environment with regular team socials
Real investment in personal development, cross-discipline exposure, and progressionIf you're looking to develop your arboricultural career within a supportive, forward-thinking consultancy that values both technical excellence and team culture, this is an opportunity not to be missed.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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