Urban Forest Officer - Lead Tree Health & Greening

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

Job summary

Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an Urban Forest Officer to lead tree and urban forest management, enhancing public safety, biodiversity, and canopy retention. You will perform tree health and risk assessments, integrate strategies with climate adaptation goals, and oversee contractor compliance while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

A vehicle is available; AQF Level 5 Arboriculture, NSW Driver's Licence and White Card are required; salary starts at $85,842 per

Qualifications

• AQF Level 5 Arboriculture or enrolment within three months.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence.
• White Card. Must be able to operate safely in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Expertise in tree assessment, risk management and urban forestry, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead tree and urban forest management initiatives to improve public safety, biodiversity and canopy retention.
• Conduct tree health and risk assessments using advanced tools and data.
• Oversee contractor compliance and ensure projects meet regulatory and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver sustainable urban greening programs.

Skills

Tree assessment

Risk management

Urban forestry

Communication

Problem-solving

Technology skills

Education

AQF Level 5 Arboriculture

NSW Driver's License

White Card

Job description

Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an Urban Forest Officer to lead tree and urban forest management, enhancing public safety, biodiversity, and canopy retention. You will perform tree health and risk assessments, integrate strategies with climate adaptation goals, and oversee contractor compliance while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

A vehicle is available; AQF Level 5 Arboriculture, NSW Driver's Licence and White Card are required; salary starts at $85,842 per