Tree Surveyors - Amey
Company: Amey
Salary: Competitive, dependant on experience
Location: Kinross
Date posted: 30 January 2026
Apply before: 27 March 2026
The Job:
We are excited to offer two fantastic opportunities for Permanent Tree Surveyors to join our dynamic Scottish Grounds Maintenance team. This is a full time role working 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
- Location: Scotland, Argyll and the Isles, Ayrshire & Arran, Dumfries and Galloway, Greater Glasgow & The Clyde Valley
- Industry: Agriculture, Forestry and Arboriculture
- Job type: Permanent, Full-time
Job description:
You will work remotely as part of a team of managers and surveyors on Amey’s NMC SW account which spans from Glasgow to Ayrshire to Dumfries and Galloway. You will travel from home each day in a company provided vehicle to various locations within this geographical area.
In this role, you will support the management of the trunk road landscape by undertaking surveys and inspections of trees, woodlands and other landscape assets to meet and maintain health, safety, contractual and legal obligations. You will also support monitoring of operational teams. This role would suit a candidate with an arboricultural inspection and/or supervision background based within this geographical area.
What You’ll Do:
- Carry out surveys and inspections across our network.
- Spot defects, assess their priority and help keep our landscapes safe and thriving.
- Support landscape related enquiries and projects.
- Undertake site measurements in line with approved methods to ensure consistency and quality.
- Assist supervision and auditing of site operations to ensure safety, quality and productivity standards are consistently met.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and champion new ideas.
- Work closely and effectively with colleagues across the team.
- Complete all necessary training to build the skills and knowledge you need to excel.
The Candidate:
We’re seeking someone who brings the right blend of teamwork, independence and attention to detail:
- A well organised team player with strong communication skills.
- Can confidently manage and prioritise workloads to deliver great results.
- Self motivated, reliable and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
- Meticulous, accurate and diligent in all aspects of work.
- Clear and effective in both written and verbal communication.
- Can confidently use IT systems which support the role of a surveyor.
- Able to work constructively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, providing helpful advice where needed.
To succeed in this role, you’ll ideally bring:
- An HNC, HND or Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science or a related subject (preferred).
- A current Lantra Professional Tree Inspection qualification, or a commitment to achieve it within an agreed timeframe (essential).
- Experience on a trunk road maintenance contract or in a similar role (desirable but not essential).
- Experience using GIS systems (desirable but not essential).
- Strong entry level candidates with relevant qualifications are welcome.
- A full, valid driving licence.
The Package:
- Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
- Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities
- Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
- Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
- Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
- Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
- Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
- Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.
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