Leading Hand (Arboriculture)

Ipswich City Council; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 day fortnight

Positive culture

Work-life balance

Diversity and inclusion

Learning and development

Health and wellbeing

Leave options

Salary packaging

Job summary

Ipswich City Council is seeking a motivated Arboricultural Team Lead to oversee the team and perform hands-on tree maintenance across public spaces. The role focuses on enhancing safety, appearance, and sustainability of Ipswich’s parks and streetscapes.

You will lead, mentor and coordinate activities, ensuring high-quality outcomes while working outdoors. A Certificate III in Horticulture with Arboricultural competencies and a Chainsaw Operator’s ticket are required, with a strong safety

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Horticulture with Arboricultural competencies or equivalent experience.
• Chainsaw Operator’s ticket.
• Belief in safety, wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Arboricultural Team.
• Undertake tree pruning, surgery, removal and maintenance activities.
• Safely operate chainsaws, woodchippers and EWPs.
• Perform advanced tree maintenance, including climbing and aerial works.

Skills

Team leadership

Tree pruning

Tree surgery

Tree removal

Specialised equipment

Chainsaw operation

Aerial work

Tree climbing

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture

Tools

Chainsaw Operator’s ticket

Job description

If you are a motivated and experienced leading hand with a passion for trees, parks and natural spaces, come and join our dedicated Arboricultural Team.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a visible difference to the community every day. From caring for the region’s trees and green spaces to enhancing the safety, appearance and sustainability of public areas, your work will directly contribute to creating attractive and welcoming spaces for residents and visitors.

This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, thrives in a hands‑on environment and takes pride in delivering high‑quality outcomes. You’ll see the impact of your work firsthand while helping to maintain and enhance the community’s valued public spaces for future generations.

• Lead and support the Arboricultural Team
• Undertake tree pruning, tree surgery, tree removal and general arboricultural maintenance activities
• Safely operate specialised arboricultural equipment, including chainsaws, woodchippers and elevated work platforms (EWPs)
• Perform advanced tree maintenance activities, including tree climbing and aerial arboriculture works

View the position description for more details about the role.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Certificate III in Horticulture with Arboricultural competencies, or equivalent experience
• Chainsaw Operator’s ticket
• Belief in our values ofsafety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership

About the benefits

This is a permanent full‑time position with a salary commencing at $76,889 plus 12.5% superannuation.

• 9 day fortnight: Every second weekend is a long weekend
• Positive workplace culture:Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
• Work/Life balance: A supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
• Diversity and inclusion:Work with adiverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
• Learningand development:Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
• Health and well-being:Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
• Leave options:Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
• Salary packaging:Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

About us

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:

‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'

We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

Pre Employment Screening:

Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.