Shape the Future of Our Natural Environment
At WSP, we're passionate about creating a better future through sustainable development and innovative environmental solutions. As an Assistant Arboricultural Consultant, you'll join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering commercially balanced arboricultural advice across a diverse range of projects throughout the UK.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in arboriculture, forestry, landscape or the built environment. You'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced consultants, supporting the delivery of nationally significant infrastructure schemes as well as locally important developments.
Why Join WSP?
At WSP, your development matters. We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you'll be encouraged to learn, grow and build your expertise.
Some of the benefits of joining our team include:
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant and locally important projects.
- Supportive, collaborative and inclusive team culture.
- Structured career progression and mentoring from experienced professionals.
- Annual training budget aligned to your personal development goals.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Opportunities to contribute to Future Ready initiatives, digital innovation and global service development.
- Paid professional membership with a relevant industry body.
- Competitive pension contributions.
- WSP Treats employee benefits programme.
- 37.5-hour working week with flexible core hours.
What You'll Be Doing
As an Assistant Arboricultural Consultant, you'll support the delivery of arboricultural projects through a combination of site-based work, technical support and project coordination.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Undertaking BS5837 tree surveys and tree condition assessments with appropriate guidance and support.
- Collecting and recording site-based survey data.
- Preparing desk studies, tree schedules and supporting project documentation.
- Assisting in the production of tree survey plans, retention plans and tree protection plans.
- Drafting technical reports and project deliverables for review by senior consultants.
- Supporting CAD and GIS-based outputs across a range of projects.
- Assisting with RAMS preparation, survey planning, logistics and project administration.
- Participating in team meetings, technical discussions and knowledge-sharing activities.
What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements
- Some practical experience in arboriculture, forestry, urban greening, landscape, ecology or the wider built environment sector.
- Developing knowledge of BS5837:2012 and arboricultural survey methodologies.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Competency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Willingness to learn and use digital survey and data collection tools.
- Full UK driving licence, or ability to travel regularly to survey locations.
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Level 2 or Level 3 Arboriculture qualification, or equivalent practical experience.
- Membership, or working towards membership, of the Arboricultural Association, Institute of Chartered Foresters or a similar professional body.
- Experience using GIS, CAD, Field Maps, Survey123, TreePlotter or related platforms.
- Outdoor First Aid qualification.
- CSCS card.
- LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) or other tree inspection training.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Imagine a better future for you and for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented professionals and help shape a more sustainable world through innovative environmental solutions.
At WSP, we recognise that talent comes in many forms. If you don't meet every requirement but are excited about the role, we'd still love to hear from you. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to supporting your development and career growth.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the
best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
With us, you can. Apply today.
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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work-life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
