Three Rivers District is an attractive mixture of town and countryside, situated in South West Hertfordshire, where the protection and enhancement of trees, woodlands and the landscape have a high priority.  The Council own a number of trees in its parks and open spaces, and a woodland estate of around 240 Ha. The Tree and Landscape Unit are responsible for drawing up Management Plans for all its key sites, many of which include areas of trees and woodlands. We have achieved UK Woodland Assurance Standard accreditation since 2007 and currently have three key parks and open spaces which fly Green Flag.

Tree and Landscape Officer

Salary £ 27,327 to £ 31,613 p.a. inc. (SO1-2) Inclusive of London Weighting

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our lively Tree and Landscape team for a Landscape Officer to be based at Three Rivers House in Rickmansworth. One of two such officers; key duties of the post will include dealing with all aspects of tree preservation, liaising with planning officers on tree and landscape matters, and ensuring that all Council owned trees and woodlands are appropriately managed.

You should possess enthusiasm, be well motivated and be able to demonstrate how you could become an invaluable member of the team. You should ideally have a National Diploma, or equivalent in Arboriculture. A full driving licence is essential. 

Closing date for all applications is Tuesday 9^th October 2018.

To discuss the post informally please contact Julie Hughes (Principal Landscape Officer) on (01923) 776611 x1392.

For an application pack please contact the Customer Services Centre, Three Rivers District Council, Three Rivers House, Northway, Rickmansworth, WD3 1RL.

Telephone 01923 776611 (answerphone out of office hours).   

Email HRadmin@watford.gov.uk