Tree Management Officer

City of Ryde; Ryde; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered day off every 3 weeks

18 weeks paid parental leave

Long service leave after 5 years

Fitness passport

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

City of Ryde is seeking an experienced Tree Management Officer to protect and enhance the urban canopy across public and private land. The role combines field assessment with stakeholder engagement to deliver sustainable tree management aligned with standards and council policies.

You will assess tree health, contribute to the Tree Register, and support street tree programs while liaising with residents and contractors. A Diploma in Arboriculture and NSW Class C licence are required.

Qualifications

• Diploma Level 5 in Arboriculture or studying to obtain, with knowledge of Australian Standards.
• Experience in tree management and arboriculture assessments.
• Strong written communication skills for reports and advisory material.
• Ability to manage high workloads with limited supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for engagement with residents and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assess health of trees on public and private land and report findings.
• Maintain Council's Tree Register, Street Tree Management Plan and Planting Program.
• Provide arboricultural advice and ensure work aligns with legislation and standards.
• Investigate compliance issues and prepare reports with recommendations.
• Engage with residents, contractors, developers and internal teams.

Skills

Arboriculture Diploma

Tree management

Australian Standards

Written reports

Stakeholder engagement

Self-motivation

Education

Diploma (Level 5) in Arboriculture

Tools

NSW Class C Licence

Job description

• Enjoy a rostered day off once every 3 weeks
• Community focused role

Help shape the urban forest of one of Sydney's most liveable cities.

At the City of Ryde, we're passionate about preserving and enhancing our urban tree canopy, protecting biodiversity, and creating greener, healthier spaces for our community. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Tree Management Officer to join our team and play a key role in managing and protecting trees across public and private land throughout the City of Ryde.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an arboriculture professional who enjoys balancing technical expertise with stakeholder engagement and wants to make a tangible impact on the local environment.

This role is responsible for assessing and reporting on the health of trees on both public and private land. It is also responsible for maintaining Council's significant Tree Register, Street Tree Management Plan and Street Tree Planting Program.

Key requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Arboriculture at Level 5/Diploma level or currently undertaking study to obtain with thorough knowledge of Australian Standards relating to tree work
• Demonstrated experience in tree management, sound knowledge of Australian Standards relating to tree work and strong technical expertise in tree assessment and maintenance
• Well developed written communication skills with experience preparing reports and written material regarding tree maintenance issues
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage high volume workloads with limited supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to discuss and resolve tree issues with members of the community, residents, senior officers and other stakeholders

Help shape a greener future for the City of Ryde.

At the City of Ryde, we're passionate about protecting and enhancing our urban forest, preserving biodiversity and creating a more sustainable environment for our community. We're seeking an experienced Tree Management Officer who shares this passion and is looking for a role where they can make a genuine impact every day.

In this diverse and rewarding position, you will assess the health and condition of trees across public and private land, provide professional arboricultural advice, and help ensure Council's trees are managed sustainably and in line with relevant legislation, policies and standards. You will play an important role in protecting significant trees, managing street tree programs, supporting biodiversity initiatives and contributing to the long-term growth of Ryde's urban canopy.

This role offers a unique balance of fieldwork, technical assessment and stakeholder engagement. You'll work closely with residents, contractors, developers, internal departments and community stakeholders, providing expert advice, responding to enquiries and helping resolve complex tree-related matters. You will also investigate compliance issues, prepare reports and recommendations, and contribute to the ongoing development of Council's tree management strategies and programs.

To be successful, you will hold a Diploma (Level 5) in Arboriculture or currently undertaking study towards obtaining and a current NSW Class C Driver Licence. You will bring demonstrated experience in tree management, sound knowledge of Australian Standards relating to tree work and strong technical expertise in tree assessment and maintenance. Equally important will be your ability to communicate effectively, prepare high-quality written reports and build positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

We're looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, can confidently manage competing priorities, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. A strong customer focus, excellent judgement and a genuine commitment to environmental outcomes will see you thrive in this role.

If you're passionate about arboriculture, urban tree management, and creating greener communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Your commencing annual salary will range from $99,639.10 to $118,671.98 + Motor Vehicle Allowance $13,500 + Superannuation dependent on your experience and qualifications.

• Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
• Annual performance reviews and Award increases
• Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)
• Accrue a rostered day off once every 3 weeks
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• 3 extra leave days at Christmas

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety

Contact Kieren O’Neill on (02) 9952 8*** for a confidential discussion.