Job Description

Salary

40,404 - 41,637 per annum

Location

Rounton Road Base, Bow

This is a permanent

,

full time vacancy.

The Vacancy

Full Time - 35 Hours per week

Poplar HARCA is an award-winning housing and regeneration organisation with a national reputation for innovative urban and social regeneration.

The Tree Officer will lead on and manage all matters related to trees on Poplar HARCA estate areas and ensure that trees are proactively and reactively managed to reduce risk.


They will be the first point of contact for information and advice on all aspects of tree management within Poplar HARCA. The Tree Officer will lead on and manage tree works for Poplar HARCA estate areas within the budget of the Landscape Management Department.


The post-holder must be pro-active in the identification of developments within the Landscape Industry and assess the viability of the inclusion of such developments into the department. They will be responsible for managing budgets and ensuring value for money, competitive purchasing and accountability for expenditure. They will also liaise with all other departments within Poplar HARCA to ensure the goals of the Landscape Management Department are transparent and understood in relation to tree infrastructure.


Required Qualifications:


a. Minimum Level 3 Aboricultural qualification.

b. Lantra professional tree inspection.

c. Full UK driving license.

Closing Date: Friday 12 December 2025 (5.00pm)

The Company

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Poplar HARCA is an award-winning housing and regeneration community association based in East London. We own and manage over 10,000 homes and invest around 4m each year in community regeneration.



We're all about creating opportunities for people in Poplar and Bow. From building new homes, to bringing people together through community events and upskilling residents through training and development opportunities.



We're looking for people to match our passion and help us make a difference. If you're ready to collaborate, use your skills, and help transform our corner of east London, we want to hear from you.

The Benefits

Leave

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays from day one, with an extra three days off between Christmas and New Year. Additional leave is awarded after two and five years of service.

Health Care

Access to a health cash plan. This covers medical, dental, optical, and wellbeing expenses, with optional coverage for your family.

Pension

Access to a defined contribution pension scheme with generous employer contribution rates.

Flexible benefits

Options to buy or sell annual leave and enjoy flexible working arrangements. Access to season ticket and cycle to work schemes.

Development

Learning, training, and career development opportunities to support your growth.

Wellness

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme from day one, where you can attend up to 8 therapy sessions.

Life at Poplar HARCA

We believe in the power of coming together. Throughout the year we host a range of exciting events to connect colleagues, encourage collaboration and inspire new ideas.


Our events include:

Staff conferences & away days Lunch & Learns to gain insights into different teams and projects Eid Lunch & Summer BBQs Fun evening and lunch time events for staff Volunteering opportunities Charity fundraising challenges Wellbeing activities to support your health and happiness

As you can see, there's something for everyone! Whether it's learning something new, celebrating achievements, or simply some enjoying well-deserved fun with your colleagues, our events help create a positive and connected workplace.