Arboricultural Officer

• Reference: NHS621
• Division: Community Services
• Salary: £32,297.00 - £38,133.00 per annum
• Contract type: Permanent
• Posted on: 19 January 2026
• Interview date:13 February 2026
• Extra payment(s): Essential car user

• Positions: 1
• Category: Community and streets
• Grade: F - G
• Working hours: 37 per week
• Closing date: 08 February 2026
• Location: Metcalf Way Depot
• Location type: Onsite

About the role

Are you passionate about trees, urban green spaces, and making a lasting impact on your local environment? We are seeking a dedicated Arboricultural Officer to join our team and help manage and enhance our town’s diverse tree stock across parks, open spaces, public and housing land. As Arboricultural Officer, you will play a key role in:

• inspecting and assessing the health and safety of trees across the borough
• managing tree works and contracts, ensuring compliance with best practice and legislation
• advising on insurance and development proposals affecting trees
• supporting biodiversity and climate resilience through sustainable tree management
• co-ordinating the delivery of tree planting schemes and biodiversity initiatives
• engaging with residents, contractors, and internal teams to promote tree care and awareness
• providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues within the council to deliver tree works and enhance the safety of Crawley residents

We are looking for someone who has:

• a recognised qualification in arboriculture or a related field, preferably to National Certificate level
• thorough knowledge of tree biology, pests and diseases, and relevant legislation
• experience in tree surveying and using GIS or tree management software
• excellent IT and report writing skills
• a proactive, collaborative person who is passionate about Crawley and efficient service delivery
• a resilient individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• a confident, assertive communicator who can solve problems and make decisions

Additional information

Working hours are 7:00 to 15:00 Monday to Thursday, and 7:00 to 14:30 Friday.

A flexible approach to these hours based on the demand of the service is expected and a TOIL system is in place to cover any extra hours worked. Occasional evening and weekend working may be required.

A full and current UK driving licence will be a requirement of the role and Essential User Car user allowance is payable.

For further information regarding the role, email our Arboriculture Manager at trees@crawley.gov.uk, or call on 01293 438550.

Employee benefits

Some good reasons to to come and join our team:

• you will be part of a small forward-thinking team committed to green infrastructure and community wellbeing
• you will have access to professional development and training opportunities
• contribute to a greener, healthier Crawley for future generations

We offer a generous employee benefits package, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.

At Crawley Borough Council, you will have access to a structured programme of learning from day one, designed to help you succeed in your role and grow your career.

Our way of working

Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.

Safer recruitment

Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

How to apply

Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.

We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.

Related documents

• Arboricultural Officer job description (PDF, 149.42 KB)