Tree Maintenance Worker - Juvenile Trees

City of Gold Coast; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 64,786 - 70,915; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Fitness Passport

Counselling sessions

Job stability

Modern equipment

Uniform and PPE

Safety first

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

City of Gold Coast is seeking a Tree Maintenance Worker to join the arboriculture team. This ground-based role focuses on the care and maintenance of newly planted and juvenile trees across parks, streetscapes and public spaces on the Gold Coast.

You will work as part of a supportive crew to help young trees establish and thrive. The position requires a Cert II in Horticulture or related discipline or at least one year of industry experience, plus an unrestricted MR Class Driver Licence and a

Qualifications

• Cert II in Horticulture / Conservation & Landcare Management / Arboriculture or related discipline.
• OR a minimum of 1 year industry experience.
• MR Class Drivers Licence (Unrestricted) (Mandatory).
• General Construction Induction White Card (Mandatory).
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work safely both independently and within a team.
• Good physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining public assets.

Responsibilities

• Watering newly planted and juvenile trees.
• Mulching and weed control around tree bases.
• Inspecting tree health and identifying maintenance requirements.
• Pruning juvenile trees to improve structure and promote healthy growth.
• Installing and maintaining tree stakes, ties, and guards.
• Applying fertiliser and soil conditioners where required.
• Recording completed works using mobile devices or work management systems.
• Operating and maintaining hand tools and small plant equipment.
• Following all Workplace Health and Safety procedures.
• Providing a professional level of customer service when interacting with the public.

Skills

MR Class Drivers Licence (Unrestricted

White Card

Good communication

Time management

Teamwork

Outdoor work fitness

Positive attitude

Education

Cert II in Horticulture / Conservation & Landcare Management / Arboriculture

Job description

Full Time | 9 Day Fortnight | 36 hours$2,491.72 - $2,725.44 per fortnight excluding allowances plus superannuation

Position Brief - Tree Maintenance Worker

About The Team Open Space Maintenance’s role is to provide maintenance services to ensure that parks and recreational facilities are maintained to a high standard and meet agreed levels of service with the Asset Custodians via Partnering Agreements. These maintenance operations are achieved through Area Coordinators, including the planning and implementation of maintenance programs for streetscapes, parklands, sporting fields, and roadsides. We also provide professional advice to various customers on the construction and maintenance of park infrastructure, open space areas and roadsides.

About The Role We are seeking a motivated and reliable Tree Maintenance Worker to join our arboriculture team. This is a ground-based role focused on the care and maintenance of newly planted and establishing trees. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills and contribute to maintaining healthy, safe, and attractive urban landscapes. As a Juvenile Tree Maintenance Worker, you will be responsible for the ongoing care and maintenance of newly planted and juvenile trees across parks, streetscapes, and public open spaces on the Gold Coast. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help ensure young trees establish successfully and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Watering newly planted and juvenile trees.
• Mulching and weed control around tree bases.
• Inspecting tree health and identifying maintenance requirements.
• Pruning juvenile trees to improve structure and promote healthy growth.
• Installing and maintaining tree stakes, ties, and guards.
• Applying fertiliser and soil conditioners where required.
• Recording completed works using mobile devices or work management systems.
• Operating and maintaining hand tools and small plant equipment.
• Following all Workplace Health and Safety procedures.
• Providing a professional level of customer service when interacting with the public.

We’re Looking For People Who Have

• Cert II in Horticulture / Conservation & Landcare Management / Arboriculture or related discipline
• OR a minimum of 1 year industry experience
• MR Class Drivers Licence (Unrestricted) (Mandatory)
• General Construction Induction White Card (Mandatory)
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• The ability to work safely both independently and within a team
• Good physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• A commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining public assets

We are the second largest Council in Australia.

Benefits

• 9-day fortnight - enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• Uniform, tools and PPE provided
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.

Contact Person Alexandra McNulty Contact Email [e-mail]

Closing Date Sunday, 09 August 2026 at 11:59pm AEDT

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles.We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.