Arboricultural Manager

Muxton, Shropshire
Manpower UK Ltd

Arboricultural Manager
Location: Telford, with travel to sites as required
Salary: Up to 40,000 dependant on experience + car allowance
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Working hours: 40 hours a week, Mon – Fri 08:00 – 16:00

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Arboricultural Manager to oversee the delivery of our clients’ Arboricultural services across Telford & surrounding areas, as well as several additional contracts. The successful candidate will lead our client’s expanding, dedicated team to ensure high standards of tree care, health and safety, and client satisfaction, in line with Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor requirements.
In this role, you will take full responsibility for the financial performance, quality, and safety of the Arboricultural division, ensuring the efficient delivery of existing contracts while focusing on business development. You’ll also play a key role in driving growth across both the public and private sectors by building strong client relationships and working closely with the regional Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the Arboricultural department, including the yard and operational teams. Manage and coordinate a workforce of 23 staff, plus 1 Surveyor.
• Ensure all works are completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest professional standards. Oversee scheduling, resource allocation, operational planning & tree safety programmes.
• Developing tree strategies and ensuring compliance with UK legislation.

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, attend regular client meetings and develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Develop business opportunities and maintain long-term client relationships, striving for growth within the business.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Arboricultural management or a similar supervisory role.
• Recognised Arboricultural qualification (e.g. Level 4 Certificate in Arboriculture or higher).
• Excellent knowledge of Arboricultural legislation, TPOs and planning procedures.
• Proven experience in managing trees in urban or commercial settings.
• Strong IT skills, including Excel, GIS and management software proficiency.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism.
• Full UK driving licence.

Why join our client?

As the UK’s leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same – and neither are our people. That’s why we’re committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What they offer

• Career development: Our client offers excellent career advancement and development opportunities through bespoke apprenticeship programmes, an extensive in-house training academy, as well as coaching and mentorship.
• Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference within local communities and the environment.
• Competitive benefits package: Our client recognises and rewards hard work through a comprehensive benefits package designed to prioritise wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday prorated plus bank holidays.
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
• Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
• Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.

About our client
Our client is Europe’s largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation. In the UK alone, they are a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

Our client understands what it means to grow. With a history dating back to 1919 and a turnover of 250 million, they are more than just a company-they are a force for positive change. They offer a comprehensive range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we’ll create a greener future for all.