Urban Forest Officer: Tree Health & Climate Resilience

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle provided

Job summary

Blue Mountains City Council in Katoomba NSW seeks an Urban Forest Officer to lead tree and urban forest management initiatives, enhancing public safety, biodiversity and canopy retention.

The role requires AQF Level 5 Arboriculture (or enrolment within three months), a current NSW Driver’s Licence and a White Card, with strong communication, problem-solving and technical skills to drive sustainable urban forestry programs.

Qualifications

• AQF Level 5 Arboriculture (or enrolment within three months)
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence
• White Card

Responsibilities

• Lead tree and urban forest management initiatives to improve public safety, biodiversity and canopy retention.
• Perform tree health and risk assessments using advanced tools and data.
• Integrate tree strategies with climate adaptation goals and resilience planning.
• Oversee contractor compliance and ensure sustainable urban forestry program delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to balance community expectations and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Tree assessment

Risk management

Urban forestry

Communication

Problem solving

Technology skills

Education

AQF Level 5 Arboriculture

Tools

NSW Driver’s Licence

White Card

Job description

Blue Mountains City Council in Katoomba NSW seeks an Urban Forest Officer to lead tree and urban forest management initiatives, enhancing public safety, biodiversity and canopy retention.

The role requires AQF Level 5 Arboriculture (or enrolment within three months), a current NSW Driver’s Licence and a White Card, with strong communication, problem-solving and technical skills to drive sustainable urban forestry programs.