Experienced Tree Worker EWP / Supervisor

Impact Tree Solutions; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Tree Solutions in Holmesville, NSW, is seeking an Experienced Tree Worker EWP / Supervisor to lead our on-site tree care operations. This full-time role combines hands-on fieldwork with supervisory responsibilities, shaping safety culture and service quality on every project.

You will manage crews, operate elevated work platforms, plan methods and resources, ensure health and safety compliance, train junior staff, and maintain records while liaising with clients to meet timelines and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a tree worker in electrical tree services
• EWP certification is required or advantageous
• Current MR/HR driver's licence
• First Aid Certificate
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate tree crews on site, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards
• Operate and supervise the use of elevated work platforms (EWP) for tree trimming, removal and maintenance tasks
• Plan and assess tree work projects, determining appropriate methods, equipment and resource allocation
• Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations, company policies and industry best practices on all projects
• Conduct pre-work site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards
• Provide training, mentoring and guidance to junior team members to develop their skills and knowledge
• Maintain detailed records of work completed, hours worked and equipment used
• Liaise with clients to discuss project requirements, timelines and any concerns that may arise
• Perform general tree care operations including pruning, felling, mostly around powerlines.
• Maintain and inspect equipment to ensure it remains in safe working order
• Respond to emergency tree removal situations and storm damage assessments when required

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Hazard assessment

Education

Arboriculture certification

First Aid Certificate

Tools

EWP certification

MR/HR driver's licence

Job description

Experienced Tree Worker EWP / Supervisor

About the role

Impact Tree Solutions is seeking an Experienced Tree Worker EWP / Supervisor to join our growing team in Holmesville. This is a full-time position that offers the opportunity to work with Director and lead tree care operations whilst maintaining hands‑on involvement in the field. As an experienced supervisor, you will be instrumental in ensuring safe, efficient and professional tree services are delivered to our clients. This role is crucial to the continued success of Impact Tree Solutions, as you will directly influence the quality of our work and the safety culture across all projects.

What you'll be doing

Lead and coordinate the work of tree crews on site, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards

Operate and supervise the use of elevated work platforms (EWP) for tree trimming, removal and maintenance tasks

Plan and assess tree work projects, determining appropriate methods, equipment and resource allocation

Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations, company policies and industry best practices on all projects

Conduct pre-work site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards

Provide training, mentoring and guidance to junior team members to develop their skills and knowledge

Maintain detailed records of work completed, hours worked and equipment used

Liaise with clients to discuss project requirements, timelines and any concerns that may arise

Perform general tree care operations including pruning, felling, mostly around powerlines.

Maintain and inspect equipment to ensure it remains in safe working order

Respond to emergency tree removal situations and storm damage assessments when required

What we're looking for

Minimum 2 years' experience as a tree worker in the electrical tree services sector (including outage / CAVC tree work)

Certification in arboriculture or a related qualification would be advantageous

Current Elevated Work Platform (EWP) ticket/certification

Valid MR or HR driver's licence

Current First Aid Certificate

Excellent understanding of health and safety legislation, including relevant safe work requirements

Proven supervisory or leadership experience managing small to medium-sized teams in a tree care or landscaping environment

Physical fitness and ability to work at heights and in challenging weather conditions

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and manage team dynamics

Problem-solving ability and sound decision-making in dynamic work environments

Any questions regarding the role please contact Beau on 0488 644 ***.