MR Truck Driver / Chipper Operator

Imperial Tree Services Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular early finishes with eight paid

Starting pay $33–$37 per hour + super

Permanent full-time with annual leave

Daily performance bonuses

Training and PPE provided

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Imperial Tree Services Pty Ltd – East Melbourne VIC is hiring a MR truck driver / chipper operator for permanent full-time work in Melbourne’s eastern and south-eastern suburbs. You will drive the truck towing the chipper every day, lift branches, and operate the chipper once trained.

We cover the full cost of industry training and provide PPE. Starting rate is $33–$37 per hour plus super, with opportunities for overtime and daily bonuses as you build skills and take on more responsibilities.

Qualifications

• MR licence or higher is required.
• Ability to drive a manual truck.
• Proven truck-and-trailer driving experience, including reversing and manoeuvring.
• Current White Card is required.

Responsibilities

• Drive the truck towing the chipper each day.
• Lift and move branches.
• Feed and operate the chipper safely once trained.
• Keep work sites clean and organised.
• Complete daily truck, chipper and equipment checks and maintenance.
• Work safely and help the crew reach its daily targets.

Skills

MR truck licence

Manual truck driving

Truck and trailer driving

White Card

Job description

Imperial Tree Services Pty Ltd – East Melbourne VIC

Imperial Tree Services | Permanent Full-Time

Melbourne’s eastern and south‑eastern suburbs

MR TRUCK DRIVER / CHIPPER OPERATOR

Hit the daily target — finish early — still get paid eight hours

Bring your manual truck-and-trailer driving experience—we’ll teach you the tree work

WHAT YOU GET

• Regular early finishes—with a full eight-hour day’s pay When the crew completes its daily target safely and to the required standard, we finish early That can mean four to six hours’ work for eight hours’ pay

• STARTING RATE: $33–$37 per hour, plus super Your starting rate reflects your driving experience, relevant industry skills and qualifications This is your starting range, with further pay increases as you build your skills and take on greater responsibilities

• Permanent full-time employment, with paid annual leave and personal/sick leave accruing from your first day

• Opportunities to earn daily performance bonuses on top of your hourly pay

• Build your skills and progress Opportunities to move into tower/EWP work and learn pruning and cutting, with the required training and qualifications

• Ongoing work across long‑term council and energy provider contracts

• We invest in you before your first day on site We cover the full cost of the industry training, tickets and inductions you need to get started. We’re looking for someone ready to match that investment with reliability, commitment and a willingness to learn

• Occasional overtime opportunities, depending on workload

• All PPE supplied

FOUR THINGS YOU MUST HAVE

• Current MR truck licence or higher

• Ability to drive a manual truck

• Proven truck‑and‑trailer driving experience—including reversing and manoeuvring

• Current White Card

All four are essential — a licence alone isn’t enough—you must already be confident driving and manoeuvring a truck towing a trailer

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Drive the truck towing the chipper each day

• Lift and move branches

• Feed and operate the chipper safely once trained

• Keep work sites clean and organised

• Complete daily truck, chipper and equipment checks and maintenance

• Work safely, do your part and help the crew reach its daily targets

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Someone who’s easy to work with and ready to contribute Our crew value teamwork, respect and a positive attitude Be willing to listen, take direction and lend a hand where it’s needed

• A reasonable level of fitness and stamina for repeated lifting and physical outdoor work, and comfort working in changing weather conditions

• Willingness to work hard—some days are more demanding than others

• Reliable attendance and a willingness to learn

• A practical approach to safety

• Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check and Police Check

New to tree work? You can still apply

ESI Cert II is not required to apply—we’ll provide the relevant industry training

Already experienced? Your skills and qualifications will be reflected in your starting rate

WHERE WE WORK

• Melbourne’s eastern and south‑eastern suburbs

• Boroondara, Whitehorse, Glen Eira, Stonnington & Monash council areas