Urban Arborist: Hands-on Tree Care & Training

City of Greater Geelong; Geelong; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greater Geelong is seeking an Arborist to support sustainable management of trees across parks, streetscapes, reserves and recreational areas. You will join a dedicated arboricultural team to ensure trees are healthy, well-maintained and safe for the community, while gaining practical on-the-job experience.

This permanent full-time position requires a Certificate III in Arboriculture or commitment to undertake funded off-site training, with on-site work and safety as priorities.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Arboriculture or equivalent, with willingness to undertake funded training.
• Desirable practical experience in tree maintenance and removal.
• Sound arboricultural knowledge and experience in pruning, maintenance and removal.
• Ability to assess health and hazards in trees and identify defects.

Responsibilities

• Undertake tree maintenance activities in line with best practice and standards.
• Assess tree health and identify hazards or defects.
• Operate, maintain and repair arboricultural equipment and tools.
• Record and manage tree data and administrative tasks.
• Follow safety requirements and manage site controls in public areas.
• Collaborate with colleagues, contractors and community members.
• Assist with emergency response and post-storm/tree incidents.
• Contribute to urban forest protection and maintenance.

Skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Tools

Chainsaws

Woodchippers

Arboricultural equipment

Job description

The City of Greater Geelong is seeking an Arborist to support sustainable management of trees across parks, streetscapes, reserves and recreational areas. You will join a dedicated arboricultural team to ensure trees are healthy, well-maintained and safe for the community, while gaining practical on-the-job experience.

This permanent full-time position requires a Certificate III in Arboriculture or commitment to undertake funded off-site training, with on-site work and safety as priorities.