Arborist Trainee — Paid Training & Certification Path

IntoWork; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid traineeship

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Mentor-supported training

Daytime hours

PPE provided and safety culture

Career progression pathways

Job summary

IntoWork in Melbourne is offering an Arborist Trainee position focused on outdoor tree care and learning on the job. You will learn pruning, removals, planting, and maintenance while supporting experienced arborists in climbing, rigging, and ground operations.

This paid traineeship includes formal training toward a nationally recognised qualification, daytime hours, PPE, and clear career progression within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in tree care or outdoor trades.
• Willingness to learn and work safely as part of a team.
• Good physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all conditions.
• Driver’s licence desirable; no arborist experience required.

Responsibilities

• Learn pruning, removals, planting, and maintenance.
• Assist experienced arborists with climbing, rigging, and ground operations.
• Use and maintain tools and equipment safely.
• Work across parks, streetscapes, and public spaces.
• Undertake formal training as part of nationally recognised qualification.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Physical fitness

Strong work ethic

Driver's licence desirable

Outdoor/environmental interest

Education

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Job description

IntoWork in Melbourne is offering an Arborist Trainee position focused on outdoor tree care and learning on the job. You will learn pruning, removals, planting, and maintenance while supporting experienced arborists in climbing, rigging, and ground operations.

This paid traineeship includes formal training toward a nationally recognised qualification, daytime hours, PPE, and clear career progression within a supportive team environment.