Arborist Botanic Gardens

Gladstone Regional Council; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Gladstone Regional Council is seeking a permanent, full-time Arborist for the Botanic Gardens in Gladstone. You will lead arboriculture programs, manage tree assets, and support living collections and events with a focus on safety, health, and public engagement.

The role offers opportunities to mentor staff, work with diverse living collections, and contribute to a renowned Botanic Garden. Applicants should hold Certificate III in Arboriculture and be able to work in a team and independently.

Qualifications

• Must have Arboriculture qualification and relevant field experience.
• Experience in high-profile public green spaces.
• Ability to conduct tree assessments and recommend treatments.
• Strong communication in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead arboriculture programs and long-term tree management.
• Manage living collections and public spaces for safety and aesthetics.
• Provide mentorship and share expertise with staff.
• Collaborate with teams on events and displays at the Gardens.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Communication

MS Office

Driving

Tree assessments

Risk management

Education

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Job description

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Our Region

Gladstone offers dynamic career opportunities across diverse industries, catering to a range of skills and ambitions. Whether you're advancing your career or seeking work-life balance, Gladstone's industrial strength, innovative energy projects, and bustling service sectors make it a fantastic place to work and live.

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Our Council

Discover a fulfilling career at Gladstone Regional Council, where your dedication to community service merges with our commitment to improving residents’ lives. Every role contributes to the livelihood of those who call Gladstone home.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the entire community we serve. At Gladstone Regional Council, we embrace diversity in our collective pursuit of inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, or background, can thrive. As a child safe organisation, Gladstone Regional Council are committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture.

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Join our supportive and collaborative culture where your well-being comes first. We're committed to nurturing your holistic wellness through health programs and events, our culture journey and flexible working options.

We partnerwith our people to understand their needs and provide the tools that develop skills, knowledge and healthy culture. Our people are valued for the part they play in delivering for the Gladstone Region. We are proud of who we are and what we do. We are #ProudlyGRC!

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Arborist Botanic Gardens

Council is seeking to appoint a permanent full time Arborist Botanic Gardens to contribute to Council's success.

Be the Arborist behind one of Queensland's most unique Botanic Garden collections.

• Achieve work life balance on a 9 day fortnight.
• Variety Beyond Traditional Arboriculture
• Attractive salary with yearly increases.
• Located at our award winning Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

This position offers relocation assistance for the successful candidate.

About the Role

The purpose of this position is to deliver quality arboriculture services to the living collections, horticultural displays and event spaces to ensure Tondoon Botanic Gardens (TBG) tree assets are maintained to a high standard. It also provides assistance to the various scientific, cultural, educational and promotional activities at the Gardens and all the community groups involved.

Your role will include:

• Develop and l ead Arboriculture programs and influence long-term tree management.
• Building a stable local government career with professional growth opportunities.
• Work with significant and diverse living collections.
• An opportunity to mentor and share your expertise.

You will bring:

• Certificate III in Arboriculture and relevant experience, knowledge and skills to undertake the range of responsibilities required of the position.
• Demonstrated high level understanding, skills and experience in the practical application of best practice arboriculture principles within high profile/high-visitation public green space.
• Demonstrated experience in tree management for longevity and effective risk management, including the ability to undertake tree assessments, recommend treatment programs and record data.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Sound communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.
• Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.

Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks

To be eligible for this position, the candidate must have applicable working rights.

This position requires immunisation againstHepatitis A/B and Tetanus.

Depending on the role requirements, you may need to complete various checks and assessments as part of the recruitment process. This could include reference checks, pre-employment medicals (including drug and alcohol testing), vaccinations, visa checks, licence verifications and psychometric testing. We welcome you to disclose any reasonable adjustments that may be required throughout the recruitment process.

For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on [phone] or email the Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] .

Closing Date

12 noon Friday 6 November 2026.