Leading Hand Arborist / Climbing Arborist

T & G (Tree and Garden); Gosford; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company ute provided

Fuel card with limited personal use

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Career progression opportunities

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

T & G Tree Service on the NSW Central Coast is seeking a Leading Hand Arborist / Climbing Arborist to join our family-owned team. You will perform technical pruning, removals, rigging and crane work while leading a crew with safety and quality at the forefront.

The successful candidate will have advanced climbing skills, CANOPy management, and a strong customer-service approach. Relocation assistance may be available for the right person.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Arboriculture is the minimum qualification.
• Experience as a climbing arborist with high-level pruning and canopy management.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and organise a crew.
• Current Working With Children Check and National Police Check required.
• MR or HR Driver's Licence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and mentor crew in a safe, professional manner.
• Perform technical pruning, tree removals, rigging operations and crane work.
• Engage with government and commercial projects and ensure quality workmanship.

Skills

Climbing arborist

Leadership

Communication

Safe work practices

Pruning

Education

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Certificate IV in Arboriculture

Diploma of Arboriculture

Tools

EWP Ticket

MR/HR Driver's Licence

Current Driver's Licence

WWCC

National Police Check

Job description

Leading Hand Arborist / Climbing Arborist

Considering a sea change? T&G Tree Service is a family-owned and operated business based on the beautiful NSW Central Coast. We have built a strong reputation for delivering professional arboricultural services across residential, commercial, and government sectors.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Leading Hand Arborist / Climbing Arborist to join our team.

We're looking for a skilled arborist who takes pride in producing high-quality work, maintaining professional standards, and leading by example. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced climber who is ready to take on greater responsibility and become a key member of a growing business.

The role offers a diverse range of work, including technical pruning, tree removals, rigging operations, crane removals, EWP work, government contracts, commercial projects, and residential tree care.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration based on qualifications, experience, and ability
• Company ute provided
• Fuel card with limited personal use
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for career progression and increased responsibility
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety, professionalism, and quality workmanship
• Join a family-owned business where quality workmanship, professionalism, and crew culture are genuinely valued
• Assistance with obtaining required pre-employment clearances
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate looking to move to the Central Coast
• Certificate III in Arboriculture
• Current Driver's Licence
• MR or HR Driver's Licence
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current National Police Check
• Demonstrated experience as a climbing arborist
• High-level pruning and canopy management skills
• Advanced spikeless climbing ability
• Sound knowledge of safe and efficient arboricultural work practices
• Ability to lead, mentor, and organise a crew
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work effectively within a team

Highly Regarded Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate IV in Arboriculture
• Diploma of Arboriculture
• EWP Ticket
• Previous Leading Hand or supervisory experience
• Experience working on government and commercial contracts

The Opportunity

We're seeking a well-rounded arborist with a strong understanding of modern arboricultural practices. The successful applicant will possess advanced pruning skills, extensive spikeless climbing experience, and the ability to confidently lead a crew while maintaining high standards of safety, productivity, and workmanship.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a balance of pruning and removals and takes pride in producing quality outcomes for clients. We are particularly interested in finding an arborist who values proper tree care, professional presentation, and strong customer relationships, rather than someone solely focused on removal work.

While the minimum qualification requirement for this role is a Certificate III in Arboriculture, applicants with higher arboricultural qualifications, extensive industry experience, and demonstrated leadership capabilities will be highly regarded.

For the right person, this role offers the opportunity to become a key member of the team, take ownership of projects, mentor crew members, and contribute to the continued growth and success of T&G Tree Service.

If you're a professional arborist who takes pride in your work, enjoys working within a quality-focused team, and is looking for a long-term opportunity with room to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants from outside the Central Coast are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.