Tree Inspector needed in Newbury paying £12.20 per hr PAYE Ref: 5164308

This is working full time hours on a temporary basis

 Responsibilities:

To implement policies for the care and maintenance of trees 

To deal with enquiries regarding trees from the public and interested groups with a high degree of customer care

To inspect the tree stock in parks, schools, highway verges, public rights of way and other sites with a view to proactive management on a rolling programme

To inspect trees adjacent to the highway 

To inspect trees that would form part of the Ash dieback survey.

 To collect and accurately record tree survey data including location, species, size, age, health, vigour, condition and defects

 To specify any safety works required in accordance with BS3998 and the schedule of rates

 To raise orders, supervise works on site and sign off order for payment upon satisfactory completion

 To ensure that the contractor carries out arboriculture operations safely in accordance with both best practice, the relevant Health and Safety legislation and NRSWA Chapter 8

To prioritise safety works according to the level of risk to the public

To assist with the production of a structured programme of new tree planting

To assist with the management of the tree maintenance contract

To undertake supplementary tasks as and when required by the Grounds Maintenance team leader

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number.

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