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Employer:London Borough of Waltham Forest 

Reference:1095/50041965/ENV 

Salary:£20,595 - £22,428 per annum, plus casual car user allowance 

Hours:36 per week  

Working pattern:Full Time, Permanent position 

Location:Low Hall Depot, Argall Avenue, Leyton, London, E10 7AS 

Closing date:14/07/2008 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.

Interview Date: 28th July 2008

For an informal discussion, please contact Colin Lawrence, Arboricultural Manager on 020 8496 2820.

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

Additional Information

• Equal Opportunities Statement
• Job Description
• Person Spec