Arborist

Kūmānu; Nelson; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kūmānu in Nelson is seeking an Arborist to deliver a broad range of arboriculture services across the Nelson-Tasman region. You'll work closely with the Team Leader – Arboriculture and play an important role in maintaining Nelson's beautiful urban and natural landscapes.

The role covers crown work, tree removals, line clearance, rope access, and mentoring junior team members, with an emphasis on safety, quality and customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Some arboriculture industry experience.
• Strong climbing, rope and harness skills.
• Experience with EWP operations (preferred).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A proactive approach to health, safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Crown thinning, reductions and lifting.
• Tree removals and hazardous tree work.
• Deadwood removal and general pruning.
• Line clearance and rope access work.
• EWP, crane and Hiab operations.
• Tree planting, hedge trimming and stump grinding.
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members.
• Supporting work planning, scheduling and customer relationships.

Skills

Arboriculture experience

Climbing skills

Rope access

Harness skills

Health and safety

Job description

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As an Arborist, you'll deliver a broad range of arboriculture services across the Nelson-Tasman region. You'll work closely with the Team Leader – Arboriculture and play an important role in maintaining Nelson's beautiful urban and natural landscapes.

Key responsibilities

• Crown thinning, reductions and lifting
• Tree removals and hazardous tree work
• Deadwood removal and general pruning
• Line clearance and rope access work
• EWP, crane and Hiab operations
• Tree planting, hedge trimming and stump grinding
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Supporting work planning, scheduling and customer relationships

About you

• Some arboriculture industry experience
• Strong climbing, rope and harness skills
• Experience with EWP operations (preferred)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A proactive approach to health, safety and quality
• A genuine passion for trees, green spaces and environmental guardianship
• NZ residency/citizenship or a valid NZ work visa
• A stable, respected and growing business
• A supportive and experienced team
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Varied and interesting work
• Modern equipment and resources
• The opportunity to mentor and develop others
• A workplace that genuinely values safety, teamwork and excellence

About us

At Kūmānu, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our values of Respect, Responsibility and Guardianship, we foster a supportive culture where people are empowered to grow, contribute and make a real difference in the communities we serve.