Tree Worker / EWP Operator

S&J Tree Care PTY LTD; Albury City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to tree care and maintenance, offering a full-time permanent role with job security. This exciting position involves operating Elevated Work Platforms and chainsaws for safe tree trimming and dismantling. With flexible work rosters and a commitment to continuous training, you’ll have the opportunity to gain formal qualifications and advance your career. Enjoy the benefits of all PPE provided and a Living Away From Home allowance as you work across NSW and VIC. If you’re passionate about outdoor work and safety, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Living Away From Home allowance

All PPE and uniforms provided

Flexible work rosters

Continuous training and development

Climbing training if desired

Qualifications

• Must have an Elevated Work Platform licence or be willing to obtain one.
• Flexibility to live away from home for up to 2 weeks at a time.

Responsibilities

• Operate Elevated Work Platform and perform tree climbing safely.
• Engage in chainsaw operation and tree felling as required.

Skills

Elevated Work Platform Operation

Chainsaw Operation

Tree Climbing

Driving EWP/Chipper

Tree Felling

Flexibility to Travel

Education

Certificate II in ESI - Powerline Vegetation Control

White Card

First Aid/CPR

MR/HR Truck Licence

Job description

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The key responsibility of this role is to operate an Elevated Work Platform/Tree Climbing safely and effectively, as well as chainsaw use, to ensure the safe trimming and dismantling of trees. You will rotate throughout the day between duties such as:

• Tree Climbing
• Operation of Elevated Work Platform
• Chainsaw Operation
• Driving EWP/Chipper to site
• Chipping
• Tree Felling

Working throughout NSW/VIC with flexible work rosters to suit most.

What we need from you:

• An Elevated Work Platform licence (or willing to obtain)
• The flexibility to Live Away from Home for up to 2 weeks at a time
• Ability to travel
• White card (can be provided)
• First aid/CPR (can be provided)
• MR/HR Truck Licence (or willing to obtain)
• Certificate II in ESI - Powerline Vegetation Control (can be provided)

What’s on offer:

• Full-time permanent role with job security
• Flexible work rosters
• Living Away From Home allowance
• All PPE and uniforms provided
• Continuous training and development to gain formal qualifications and progress your career
• Climbing training if desired

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have a current licence to operate an Elevating Work Platform (EWP)?
• Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)?
• Are you available to travel for this role when required?
• Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How far are you willing to travel for work?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Elevating Work Platform Operator?

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