Trainee Stump Grinder, Mechanical Operator (Full time or Part Time)

Austral Tree Service Pvt. Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arboriculture company in South Australia is seeking a Stump Grinding Operator. This role includes operating specialised machinery and working outdoors across varied locations. Full training will be provided to the right candidate with a mechanical mindset and a valid Driver's and MR licence. Join a supportive team that values safety and professional growth.

Benefits

Full training provided

Supportive team

Outdoor work

Qualifications

• Ability to work confidently with machinery and tools.
• Ability to work unsupervised and get the job done.
• Hold a valid Driver's licence and MR Licence.

Responsibilities

• Operating specialised stump grinding machinery.
• Working on job sites across Adelaide and surrounding areas.
• Complying with all company processes, SOPs, and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical mindset

Problem-solving

Safety-consciousness

Reliability

Job description

About Us

Austral Tree Services, part of the Project Green Group, is one of South Australia’s leading arboriculture companies.

We’re passionate about trees, sustainability, and delivering quality service across residential, commercial, and government projects.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for someonehands-on, mechanically savvy, and self-motivatedto join our team as aStump Grinding Operator.

You don’t need previous stump grinding experience – we’ll provide full training. What matters most is your ability to:

• Work confidently with machinery and tools.
• Solve problems and take initiative when working independently.
• Be safety-conscious and reliable.
• Trusted to provide a professional and efficient service without onsite supervision.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating specialised stump grinding machinery.
• Working on job sites across Adelaide and surrounding areas.
• Representing Austral Tree Services with professionalism and care.
• Working around underground services
• Organised, careful and methodical to complete daily work.
• Complying with all company processes, SOPS and safety standards
• Respecting, maintaining and caring for you company fleet and equipment
• Demonstrating a keen ability to learn and apply new skills to your job

What We’re Looking For

• A mechanical mindset – maybe you’ve worked with engines, tools, farm machinery, or construction gear.
• The ability to work unsupervised and get the job done.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Hold a valid Driver’s licenceand MR Licence (essential)

Why Join Us?

• Full training provided– we’ll turn the right person into a skilled operator.
• Be part of a supportive, professional team with a strong safety culture.
• Work outdoors in varied locations

How to Apply

If you’re ready to have your initiative and mechanical know-how be valued, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply nowwith your resume and a short cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit.