Arborist - Tree Maintenance Crew

Hornsby Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight for full-time

Long Service Leave

Parental Leave

Health and Wellbeing Program

Fitness Passport

Annual flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Social Club

Job summary

Hornsby Shire Council is hiring two Arborists to support the Parks Service Unit. The roles involve outdoor work, treescape maintenance and safe operation of equipment while contributing to public spaces across the Hornsby area.

Certificate III in Arboriculture is essential, along with a current Class C licence and White Card. Desirable extras include MR/HR licences, elevated work platform licences and traffic control tickets.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Arboriculture is essential.
• Current Class C drivers licence is essential.
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card) is essential.
• MR/HR licences and other tickets are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance of the treescape within Hornsby Shire.
• Ensure plant and equipment are used safely and efficiently.
• Assist in care and maintenance of equipment including EWP, wood chipper and chainsaws.
• Maintain a safe workplace and high standard of service and safety across the urban treescape.

Education

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Tools

Elevated Work Platform license

Chainsaw operation

Job description

Arborist - two positions available

Hornsby's parks and open spaces are highly valued by the community and are a source of pride for the region. From iconic destinations such as Fagan Park, Hornsby Park and Mark Taylor Oval, our parks provide important places for recreation, sport and community connection.

We are seeking a number of motivated people to join our Parks Service Unit. These roles offer the opportunity to work outdoors in a supportive team environment, contribute to maintaining some of the area's most treasured public spaces, and develop skills with genuine opportunities for career progression. If you take pride in delivering high-quality outcomes and enjoy working as part of a team, we would love to hear from you.

Position Type

Permanent full time

Salary

$67,648.51 to $79,713.44 per annum (based on 76 hours per fortnight) plus superannuation and an RDO each fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience

About us

At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council.

About the role

This position is responsible to the Parks and Recreation Service Unit supervisors and exists in order to:

• Assist in the maintenance of the treescape within Hornsby Shire
• Ensure that items of plant utilised in a safe and efficient manner
• Assist in the care and maintenance of plant equipment utilised including Elevated Work Platform, wood chipper and chainsaws
• Assist in maintaining a safe workplace

A high standard of service and safety is necessary as you will be required to take appropriate action in maintaining the urban treescape throughout the Hornsby local government area.

Position requirements

• Certificate III in Arboriculture - essential
• Current Class C drivers licence - essential
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card) - essential
• Advanced chainsaw training - desirable
• Current MR and / or HR drivers licence - desirable
• Safe Work near Powerlines - desirable
• Current Elevated Work Platform operators license - desirable
• Current Traffic Controller ticket - desirable

About you

To be successful, you will need to have Certificate III in Arboriculture and be able to work in a team environment. You will have good listening and the ability to maintain a good level of healthand fitness to carry out the physical requirements of this role.

Benefits of working with us

• Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees
• Generous leave provisions, including:
  • Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
  • Parental Leave (up to 28 weeks)
  • My Leave
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee recognition scheme
• Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
• Social Club
• Long Service Awards

Applications close

12 November 2026 at 11.30pm