Sustaining Brent’s environment

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

We are looking for a self-motivated and confident Tree Officer to join our Placemaking team to provide a high-quality tree service to our residents, managing trees across the borough responsibly, effectively, promoting their importance, and encouraging good practice. We want to hear from people passionate about trees and the role they play in delivering successful places.

You will provide professional and technical advice on all planning matters relating to trees, including pre-application advice, the processing of tree work applications and making and reviewing tree preservation orders.

Brent Council is an active member of the London Tree Officers Association and we encourage participation in the various working parties that make the LTOA the ‘Go-to’ organisation for all those involved in the care and establishment of trees.

This permanent post with flexible working arrangements is based at Brent Council’s award winning offices which are within walking distance of Wembley Park station.

The Person

You will have a good working knowledge of the relevant legislation and regulations relating to trees in the planning context. Good communication, people skills and be able to manage your own workload efficiently is key. The post holder to have a positive and proactive approach to working on your own or as part of a team and the ability to build relationships internally as well as with members, residents and community groups.

A relevant qualification in a subject closely related to arboriculture or landscape architecture and be eligible for membership of the Arboriculture Association.

Closing Date: 8 March 2020 (23:00)

Additional Information

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.

We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position.