Jim is a Chartered Arboriculturist and Environmentalist, specialising in the management of trees and bats.

Through academic study, work experience and leading research teams, Jim is a:

National authority on survey techniques for bats and trees

Trainer and assessor for national and European bat and tree certifications

Frequent speaker at national bat and tree conferences.

Institute of Chartered Foresters – Chartered member 

Society of the Environment – Chartered member

Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management – Full member

Arboricultural Association – Professional member

Bond Solon/Cardiff University – Criminal Expert Witness Certificate (obtained 2024) 

VETcert – Certified Veteran Tree Specialist - Consulting Level 

Lantra Awards - Professional Tree Inspection

Natural England & Natural Resources Wales - bat survey licences

Jim has worked as an ecologist since 2008 and an arboriculturist since 2010. During this time, he has worked in the private, public and charity sectors. Jim’s CV is available below.