Paid Arborist Trainee: Learn, Climb, Cert III Path

AGA; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid traineeship

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Daytime hours

Career progression pathways

PPE provided

Job summary

AGA is offering an Arborist Trainee role in Melbourne, providing hands-on learning with a professional tree management team. You will learn pruning, planting, and maintenance while supporting experienced arborists on climbs, rigging, and ground operations.

The program includes on-the-job training toward a nationally recognised Certificate III in Arboriculture, daytime hours, PPE, and a clear career pathway as you gain practical skills in urban tree care.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in tree care and outdoor environments.
• Willingness to learn and work safely as part of a team.
• Good physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all conditions.
• No prior arborist experience required; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Learn pruning, removals, planting, and maintenance.
• Assist experienced arborists with climbing, rigging, and ground work.
• Use and maintain tools and PPE safely.
• Work across parks, streetscapes, and public spaces.
• Undertake formal training toward a nationally recognised qualification.

Skills

Interest in tree care

Team player

Physical fitness

Safe work practices

Education

Certificate III in Arboriculture (pathway)

Job description

AGA is offering an Arborist Trainee role in Melbourne, providing hands-on learning with a professional tree management team. You will learn pruning, planting, and maintenance while supporting experienced arborists on climbs, rigging, and ground operations.

The program includes on-the-job training toward a nationally recognised Certificate III in Arboriculture, daytime hours, PPE, and a clear career pathway as you gain practical skills in urban tree care.