Japanese Knotweed Surveyor

Japanese Knotweed Solutions Ltd (JKSL) were the first company in the UK to offer
tailored answers to eradication of invasive species on a dedicated single species
approach.

We have been the leaders in the market since our inception in 2000 and continue to lead
and innovate where others simply follow. 

JKSL are looking for a new Japanese knotweed/non-native invasive plant surveyor to join our
excellent team starting as soon as possible to be trained and ready for
2026 to meet the demands of our constantly growing business.

Please note that the start date can be immediately if this is required by the successful
candidate (we are flexible on this).

With the Survey Department you will be involved with the following day to day tasks:

• Site visits throughout the UK, mainly on your own or in a pair on a large survey (survey
  vehicle is provided).
• Report writing.
• AutoCAD drawings for surveys.
• Pricing tenders and budgets for the department.
• Following up projects/leads and securing contracts.
• You will be given a sales target and also will qualify for the bonus scheme for this
  department.
• Assisting the Operations Department and the site teams undertaking the projects.

We are looking for a self-motivated, reliable, punctual individual with good communication
skills and a positive professional attitude at all times. Ideally the candidate will already
have experience within our industry but this is not essential as full training will be
required.

Each candidate has an individual training budget of £500-£1,000/year to help support their
development within the company. A university graduate would be well suited to the position.

A company vehicle will be provided for this role.

The successful candidate will be required to work away from home at times, this will involve
staying overnight nationwide. The company will provide an overnight allowance which pays for
accommodation, breakfast and evening meal.

Working hours are typically 08:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday. We currently run a stakeholder
Pension Scheme for employees.

The following are desired:

• Self-motivated, well presented, reliable, punctual, good communication skills and a
  positive professional attitude at all times
• Computer literate
• A full, clean, UK driving licence
• Reasonable plant knowledge
• AutoCAD experience

The following would be advantageous, but are not mandatory:

• Relevant degree
• Property Care Association CSJK qualified
• BASIS qualified
• PA1, PA6 and PA6AW and other spraying licenses
• CSCS Card
• H & S training such as IOSH or NEBOSH

Successful candidates will be confident, well presented, have a strong work ethic and work well
within a team.

• Location: Greater Manchester (head office Bury)
• Job type: Permanent
• Salary: £30K+ plus bonuses with scope to increase this for the right candidate.
• Salary per: Annum
• Job start date: ASAP

Japanese Knotweed Solutions Limited is an equal opportunities employer.