Arborist Apprentice

Pro Climb T/a Pro Climb; Auckland; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kit provided

PPE supplied

Safety training

NZ Arb conference access

Leave entitlements

Job summary

Pro Climb T/a Pro Climb in Auckland seeks an Arborist Apprentice to join a motivated team. You will gain hands-on training under qualified arborists, work outdoors daily, and develop climbing and safety skills with company kit and PPE provided.

The role offers a structured apprenticeship with training, development opportunities, and the chance to participate in regional events; applicants should have NZ work eligibility and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa.
• Willing to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Be willing to work in a team.
• Communicate professionally with team members and clients.
• Turn up on time.
• Work every day outdoors.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Punctuality

Outdoor work

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Arborist Apprentice

Please contact us for a full job description.

What we offer

• Fair wages according to your experience. We are a living wage employer.
• We will reimburse you for using your own climbing kit or supply you with our standard kit that includes a TreeMotion harness, 30m and 45m rope, Hitch Climber pulley, Rope Wrench, DMM carabiners, etc.
• All PPE that we supply is specifically designed for arb work.
• Regular aerial rescue training and other safety-related training.
• Regular professional development and qualification training.
• All company employees are given the opportunity to visit the NZ Arb conference once a year including travel and accommodation.
• We will cover the cost for you to compete in regional and national tree climbing competitions.
• You will be working with a highly motivated team of qualified arborists who love their work.
• Happy for applicants to have a trial day in the company.

Hours of work

• 07.30 till 16.00 Monday to Friday
• 20 days paid holiday + bank holidays (accumulated leave can be taken from the first day)
• 5 days sick leave per year (after 6 months)
• Unpaid leave requests are generally accepted

Qualities we are looking for

• Be willing to work in a team.
• Be willing to communicate professionally with team members and clients.
• Be willing to turn up on time.
• Be willing to work every day outdoors.

Minimum criteria

• Valid driver’s license.
• Need to meet the legal requirements to work in NZ (we may be able to assist with this).
• Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.