Arboriculture Service Officer

Greater Shepparton City Council; Greater Shepparton; Presencial; AUD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Greater Shepparton City Council is seeking a practical Arboriculture Services Officer to support high-quality arboriculture work across the municipality. The role involves hands-on field duties, operating trucks and specialised equipment, and maintaining safety standards and records.

You will bring a Certificate III in Arboriculture and a Certificate II in ESI, plus an MR licence or willingness to obtain one.

Formación

• Certificate III in Arboriculture required.
• Certificate II in ESI required.
• Current MR truck licence or ability to obtain one.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements relevant to arboriculture.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance on plant, vehicles and equipment.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsabilidades

• Undertake arboriculture operations safely and efficiently as part of a field-based team.
• Operate trucks, plant and specialised arboriculture equipment per safe work procedures.
• Perform basic maintenance, routine checks, cleaning and report faults on allocated equipment.
• Conduct audits of arboriculture works, assets, equipment and safety compliance; maintain records.
• Apply OH&S knowledge to daily tasks, risk assessments and worksite controls.
• Support a responsive, professional service for the community and collaborate with team members.

Conocimientos

Arboriculture safety

Outdoor work

Equipment maintenance

Team collaboration

Communication

Educación

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Certificate II in ESI (Electricity Supply Industry)

Descripción del empleo

Greater Shepparton City Council - Shepparton VIC

3d ago , from Greater Shepparton City Council

We are seeking a practical and safety-focused Arboriculture Services Officer to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will support the delivery of high-quality arboriculture services, operate specialised plant and equipment, and help care for trees and public spaces across the municipality.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake arboriculture operations safely and efficiently as part of a field-based team.
• Operate trucks, plant, tools and specialised arboriculture equipment in accordance with safe work procedures.
• Perform basic maintenance duties on all allocated equipment, including routine checks, cleaning and reporting faults.
• Conduct audits of arboriculture works, assets, equipment and safety compliance, and maintain accurate records of findings and required actions.
• Apply sound occupational health and safety knowledge to daily tasks, risk assessments and worksite controls.
• Support a responsive, professional service for the community and work collaboratively with team members.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong commitment to safe work practices, the ability to work effectively outdoors and a practical approach to equipment care. You will also have:

• Certificate III in Arboriculture.
• Certificate II in ESI (Electricity Supply Industry).
• A current Medium Rigid (MR) truck licence, or a willingness and ability to obtain one.
• Demonstrated knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements relevant to arboriculture and outdoor operations.
• The ability to perform basic maintenance on allocated plant, vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to contribute positively within a team environment.

This is an opportunity to apply your arboriculture skills in a varied, community-focused role while working with a supportive operational team. You will contribute directly to the amenity and long-term health of the municipality's urban forest.

For further information about this position, please contact Eric Heeps, Coordinator - Arboriculture on mobile [phone] ***.

Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.

We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery.

Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.