Arborist

Green by Nature; Otago; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An annual wellness benefit

Tools of the trade including workPhone

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Green by Nature is seeking a Qualified Arborist to join our Queenstown depot on a permanent, full-time basis. You’ll report to the Senior Arborist and contribute to daily operations, taking a hands-on approach to pruning, shaping, tree care, removals and equipment maintenance.

We provide training and development, a supportive team culture, and promotional opportunities within Recreational Services. The successful candidate will have a Level 4 Arboriculture qualification or equivalent and a

Qualifications

• National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4 or equivalent.
• Proven practical experience in arboriculture.
• Commitment to working safely.
• Reliable, punctual and team‑oriented.
• Excellent communication and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Pruning, shaping and tree care.
• Tree removals and reductions.
• Maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Support day-to-day arb team activities.

Skills

Arboriculture knowledge

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4 (or equivalent)

Job description

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

Based at our Queenstown depot, you will be reporting to the Senior Arborist, contributing to the arb team's day-to-day activities to achieve excellence and 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.

We offer training and support to our employees to help them do their job well through our well-established employee training programs, and strong "people" culture.

Promotional opportunities are there for the right people. A career path with Recreational Services is a real option, with a range of roles across a number of areas within our business.

About You

• National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4 (or equivalent) and have a proven practical experience.
• You will demonstrate a positive attitude towards working safely.
• 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 We Can Offer You

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

• An annual $300 wellness benefit
• Tools of the trade including work phone
• 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

About Us

Since 1992, we have been dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces across New Zealand. With over 2000+ employees now across New Zealand and Australia, we've been a strong force in the industry. Our purpose is to improve people’s lives by building, caring for, and maintaining remarkable green spaces that enable us all to do more of the things we love.

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