A local governmental agency in Halifax is looking for a Tree Officer to process applications for Protected Trees and advise on planning applications. This full-time role involves managing Tree Preservation Orders and leading enforcement activities for unauthorized work. Successful candidates should be prepared for site inspections and liaising with the Forestry Commission regarding felling licenses. This position offers a temporary contract at £19.18 per hour.
May 12, 2026
Full time
A local governmental agency in Halifax is looking for a Tree Officer to process applications for Protected Trees and advise on planning applications. This full-time role involves managing Tree Preservation Orders and leading enforcement activities for unauthorized work. Successful candidates should be prepared for site inspections and liaising with the Forestry Commission regarding felling licenses. This position offers a temporary contract at £19.18 per hour.
Tree Officer needed in Halifax, £19.18ph PAYE - Reference: 000A F700 / 1 Responsibilities Process and assess applications for works to Protected Trees and also trees within Conservation Areas, making recommendations to senior officers and Planning Committee. Advise other officers and occasionally elected members on the arboricultural implications of planning applications, pre-application enquiries and Local Plan allocations affecting trees. Manage the making and review of Tree Preservation Orders. Defend the decisions related to trees when they are subject to appeals. Lead on enforcement activities resulting from unauthorised works to trees, including the preparation and presentation of evidence to the Magistrates Court. Act as the first point of contact for the Forestry Commission when the Client is consulted on Felling License applications. Visiting sites and undertake site inspections. This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Tree Officer needed in Halifax, £19.18ph PAYE - Reference: 000A F700 / 1 Responsibilities Process and assess applications for works to Protected Trees and also trees within Conservation Areas, making recommendations to senior officers and Planning Committee. Advise other officers and occasionally elected members on the arboricultural implications of planning applications, pre-application enquiries and Local Plan allocations affecting trees. Manage the making and review of Tree Preservation Orders. Defend the decisions related to trees when they are subject to appeals. Lead on enforcement activities resulting from unauthorised works to trees, including the preparation and presentation of evidence to the Magistrates Court. Act as the first point of contact for the Forestry Commission when the Client is consulted on Felling License applications. Visiting sites and undertake site inspections. This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
