WHATS THE JOB?
The Tree Assessor plays a critical role in maintaining high standards of tree planting quality. This position ensures that every planting site meets or exceeds client specifications through systematic quality checks and accurate documentation. Responsibilities include tracking quality data by planter, block, and operating area, and delivering clear, timely reports. Success in this role requires meeting daily plot targets, upholding safety protocols, and demonstrating attention to detail, organizational ability, and a strong commitment to operational safety.
Quality Oversight
- Ensure work meets or exceeds client, contract, and company quality standards
- Act as a consistent and credible quality authority in the field
- Reinforce the link between quality, productivity, and safety
Field Assessments & Audits
- Conduct regular field quality checks and audits according to client requirements and map appropriately.
- Meet or exceed the required number of plots per day and ensure systematic sampling methods are followed.
- Verify compliance with prescriptions, maps, specs, and planting standards (or equivalent)
- Identify deficiencies, trends, and recurring quality issues
- Provide clear, timely feedback to supervisors and crews
Stock Handling & Care
- Verify proper handling, transport, storage, and protection of stock/seedlings
- Ensure stock is maintained within required temperature, moisture, and handling standards
- Monitor cache setup, handling practices, and daily stock management
- Support corrective actions related to stock damage, loss, or improper handling
Coaching & Training
- Coach crews on quality expectations and best practices
- Support onboarding and refresher training related to quality and stock handling
- Reinforce correct techniques through observation and hands-on feedback
Documentation & Reporting
- Accurately document quality assessments, findings, and corrective actions
- Track quality metrics and trends
- Prepare clear, professional reports for operations and client.
- Ensure quality data is complete, timely, and defensible
Corrective Actions & Follow-Up
- Work with supervisors to develop and implement corrective action plans
- Verify corrective actions are completed and effective
- Escalate persistent or systemic quality issues as required
Collaboration & Client Support
- Support client inspections, audits, and site visits
- Communicate professionally regarding quality findings
- Work closely with Operations, Safety, and Management teams
- Represent company quality standards in a solutions-focused manner
Safety Leadership
- Perform daily Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA) and ensure corrective actions are implemented immediately.
- Ensure all required PPE is worn and in good condition; replace as needed.
- Participate in safety meetings and emergency preparedness drills.
- Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly according to company policy.