Chainsaw Certified Arborist - Field Tree Care Pro

Council Jobs; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety‑focused workplace

Professional development and learning

Salary sacrifice to boost superannuatn

Job summary

Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking an Arborist to assist with the maintenance of tree assets across the region, performing a wide range of specialist tasks using recognised arboricultural practices. The role is permanent full-time and based at our Principal Depot in Charlton, with remote supervision.

You will bring a MR Class Manual Driver’s Licence, White Card, Chainsaw tickets and hold or be willing to obtain arboriculture certification.

Qualifications

• Current MR Class Manual Driver’s Licence.
• WHS Competency (WhiteCard) or equivalent, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Chainsaw Ticket Level 1 is mandatory.
• Possession of a recognised Arboriculture or Horticulture certification is highly desirable.
• Chainsaw Ticket Level 2 and EWP Licence are highly desirable.
• Ability to perform physical labour and work under remote supervision.
• Interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.
• Accountability in safety‑critical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance of tree assets within the Region using recognised arboricultural practices.
• Perform a wide range of specialist arboricultural tasks.
• Work under remote supervision and follow safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills, teamwork

Communication

Accountability

Physical labour

WHS awareness

Safety compliance

Education

Arboriculture or Horticulture certification (desirable)

Tools

MR Class Manual Driver’s Licence

White Card (CPCWHS1001)

Chainsaw Ticket Level 1

Chainsaw Ticket Level 2 (desirable)

EWP Licence (desirable)

Job description

Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking an Arborist to assist with the maintenance of tree assets across the region, performing a wide range of specialist tasks using recognised arboricultural practices. The role is permanent full-time and based at our Principal Depot in Charlton, with remote supervision.

You will bring a MR Class Manual Driver’s Licence, White Card, Chainsaw tickets and hold or be willing to obtain arboriculture certification.