Urban Forest Officer

Blue Mountains City Council; Katoomba; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle provided

12% superannuation

Bonus 1-3.5% plus annual awardIncrease

Job summary

Blue Mountains City Council – Katoomba NSW seeks an Urban Forest Officer to lead tree and urban forest management, enhancing public safety, biodiversity and canopy retention. The role includes tree health and risk assessments and coordinating with teams to implement sustainable programs.

The ideal candidate will have AQF Level 5 Arboriculture (or enrollment within three months), NSW Driver’s Licence, and a White Card, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• AQF Level 5 Arboriculture qualification (or enrollment within three months).
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Lead tree and urban forest management initiatives to enhance safety, biodiversity and canopy.
• Conduct tree health and risk assessments using advanced tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders on sustainable programs.
• Ensure compliance with legislation while integrating climate adaptation goals.

Skills

Arboriculture (AQF Level 5)

Tree health assessment

Risk assessment

Urban forestry

Communication

Problem solving

Technology skills

Education

AQF Level 5 Arboriculture

Job description

Blue Mountains City Council – Katoomba NSW

The Urban Forest Officer will lead tree and urban forest management initiatives, enhancing public safety, biodiversity, and canopy retention. Key responsibilities include tree health and risk assessments using advanced tools, integrating tree strategies with climate adaptation goals, and overseeing contractor compliance. This role requires collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders to implement sustainable urban forestry programs. Challenges include balancing community expectations, legislative compliance, and environmental priorities. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to innovation, and the ability to drive urban greening projects that support resilience and long-term environmental sustainability.

We seek a qualified Urban Forest Officer with AQF Level 5 Arboriculture (or enrollment within three months), a current NSW Driver’s License, and a White Card. The ideal candidate has expertise in tree assessment, risk management, and urban forestry, with strong communication, problem-solving, and technology skills, ensuring compliance and sustainability in urban tree management.

A vehicle is available with this position.

Remuneration: base salary commencing at $85,842 gross per annum

+ 12% superannuation

+ annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%)

+ annual award increase

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