Working Pattern
Full time
Working Arrangement
36.25 hours per week / flexible working pattern
Interview Date/Type
Week commencing 13th July 2026 / In person at One Trafford Depot, Wythenshawe
SMART Working
We aim to offer flexibility wherever possible. Many of our colleagues work from home one or more days a week and/or adjust their hours. We call this SMART working – giving you the freedom to shape your working pattern around your life, whilst still delivering great outcomes. Speak with the hiring manager about the range of flexible working options available for this role.
About the Role
Trafford’s Tree Unit Department offers a high-quality front‑line service within Trafford. The service manages all council owned trees on the highway, in parks and open spaces and on the Council’s estate.
We require a full time Tree Officer to undertake tree inspections, surveys and reports of the council’s tree stock situated on the highway, in parks, open spaces and other Council land throughout the borough. You will also be expected to deal with tree related enquires from members of the public, Councillors and internal colleagues.
You will be required to work on your own initiative planning your day to maximise your time inspecting council owned trees. You will keep up to date with the relevant regulations, policy and legislation relating to all tree related matters.
About You
Your style and approach will reflect our values and behaviours. You will be committed to continually learning & improving the way you do things to ensure effective outcomes.
Valuing and respecting others’ contribution, you will work together as part of a small team to deliver this front‑line service.
You will take ownership of your actions and strive to get things right first time and learn from when things do go wrong; you will enjoy taking personal responsibility to resolve issues and change what you do and how you do it to make a difference.
You will need a Level 4 qualification or a combination of formal off the job training plus 2 years’ experience in a similar environment.
Additional Information
This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.
Flexibility may be required to work outside core hours. You will have some flexibility in terms of hybrid working at home, on site and in the office.
You will need a full driving licence and your own vehicle as you will be required to drive in this role.
Find Out More.
For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.
If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with Rob Reid, Tree unit manager on 07760167074 or email robert.reid@trafford.gov.uk
Benefits
- Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
- Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working
- Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
- Grow with us: We’ll support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you’ll have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
- Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and “Tea and Talk” sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
- Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Let’s Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
- Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.
Key Information
- Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Some roles may also require a DBS check and/or police vetting, which will be noted on the role profile.
- Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
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