Job vacancy details
Arboricultural Assistant
Employer:London Borough of Waltham Forest
Reference:1181/50041965/ENV
Salary:£20,595 to £22,428 per annum (pay award pending)
Hours:36 per week
Working pattern:Full Time, Permanent position
Location:Low Hall Depot, 10 Argall Avenue, Leyton, London
Closing date:31/10/2008 23:30 PM
An exciting career opportunity has arisen within our recently reorganised Public Realm Division. We are seeking to appoint an Arboricultural Assistant to work in our busy, and progressive Arboricultural Team.
Reporting to the Arboricultural Manager, you will deal with tree enquiries, undertake tree inspections/surveys, prepare contract specifications, order and oversee contracted tree works, prepare tree planting programmes, assist with Tree Preservation Orders, compile and maintain tree survey computer databases and contribute to a varied range of projects that the team are involved with.
You should:
· Hold a minimum of a National Certificate in Arboriculture or equivalent, whilst a National Diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent would be desirable
· Have a minimum of one years’ arboricultural experience working in a local authority tree office or as a foreman, supervising arborist or tree inspector.
Previous Applicants need not apply.
Equal Opportunities
Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 strategic outcomes contained in its Corporate Equality Plan: • Promoting equality of opportunity • Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage • Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels • Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. For more information please visit: http://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/index/social.htm
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