Arborist Crew Lead

Green by Nature; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in Queenstown is looking for a Qualified Arborist. You will work on tree care operations, ensuring public safety and maintaining the beauty of green spaces. The ideal candidate has a Level 4 National Certificate in Arboriculture and a strong commitment to teamwork and safety. The role offers annual wellness benefits, tools, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual wellness benefit

Complete arborist gear

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven practical experience in Arboriculture.
• Commitment to a secure work environment.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree-related operations like pruning and removals.
• Ensure safe practices for the team and public.
• Maintain excellent record-keeping.

Skills

National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4

Safety mindset

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4

Tools

Arborist gear

Work phone

Job description

Green by Nature is proud to be the QLDC's chosen service provider, entrusted with maintaining the beauty of the region's parks, playgrounds, and public spaces. We are eager to welcome a Qualified Arborist to join our Wanaka team.

About the role:

Working alongside other talented professionals and reporting to our Senior Arborist, you'll be at the forefront of all tree-related operations. This includes pruning, shaping, removals, reductions, tree care, always making sure maintenance is top-notch all whilst keeping things safe for the public, your team, and yourself.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4 (or equivalent) with proven practical experience
• A positive safety mindset, demonstrating a commitment to a secure work environment
• Reliability, punctuality, cooperation, and the ability to maintain positive working relationships
• Excellent communication and record-keeping skills
• Dedication to being an integral part of a collaborative team with a robust work ethic

What We Can Offer:

• An annual wellness benefit and wage reviewed annually
• Tools of the trade, work phone, and complete arborist gear
• Learning and development opportunities, both internal and external, with pathways for advancement within the team and the wider company

Green by Nature's 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. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work within a company that has been an industry leader for over 30 years, apply now!

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