Arborist

Greenbynature; Hastings; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual $300 wellness benefit

Tools of the trade including uniform and PPE

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading arboricultural company in Hastings is seeking a Qualified Arborist to join their team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role involves hands-on tree care responsibilities, including pruning, shaping, and maintaining trees, along with necessary equipment. Candidates must possess a Level 4 National Certificate in Arboriculture, demonstrate a safety-first attitude, and have excellent communication skills. The company offers a $300 annual wellness benefit, tools of the trade, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified arborist with proven practical experience.
• Full Class 1 drivers licence; Class 2 advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the day-to-day team maintenance and response.
• Maintain trees through pruning and care.

Skills

Positive attitude towards working safely

Excellent communication

Record-keeping skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Team cooperation

Education

National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4 or equivalent

Tools

Manual vehicle driving skills

Job description

We are looking for a Qualified Arborist to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis.

Based at our Hastings depot, you will be reporting to theTeam Manager,contributing to the arb team's day-to-day maintenance and response excellence while taking pride in what they do. You will maintain a hands-on approach, taking ownership of all areas of responsibility which include but not limited pruning, shaping and tree care, tree removals, tree reductions and maintenance of all tools and equipment.

What we're looking for:

• National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4 (or equivalent) and have a proven practical experience
• You will demonstrate a positive attitude towards working safely for yourself, team mates and community members
• Full Class 1 drivers licence, Class 2 would be advantageous with confidence driving a manual vehicle
• You will be reliable, punctual, cooperative, and maintain positive working relationships
• You will have excellent communication and record-keeping skills
• You will be committed to being part of a wider team with a strong work ethic

What's on offer:

As well as being part company that has been an industry leader for over 30 years, other benefits include:

• An annual $300 wellness benefit, after qualifying period
• Tools of the trade including uniform, PPE and a work phone permitted for personal use
• Learning and development opportunities such as internal and external training and the opportunities for advancement within the team and wider company
• The opportunity to work for a company that has been an industry leader for 30 years operating in both New Zealand and Australia

About us:

Green by Nature is a business that specialises in Sports Turf Management, Full Facility Parks Maintenance, Landscaping and Horticulture company, operating across New Zealand and Australia. We have 2000+ employees, have been an industry leader for over 30 years and are committed to a culture of health and safety, excellence, and continuous improvement, whilst caring for our people, clients, and our communities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic team, so if your skills and experience match, then we want to hear from you. To apply for this role, click 'apply'.

In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test.