Trainee Arborist

Green by Nature; Whanganui, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefit

Uniform & PPE provided

Work phone for personal use

Training & advancement opportunities

Job summary

Green by Nature is seeking an eager arborist to join our Horowhenua depot. You will work closely with the team on pruning, shaping, tree care, removals and maintaining tools and equipment, while learning about all areas of responsibility.

Candidates should be studying or willing to study for the National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4, hold a Class 1 licence, and bring reliability, strong communication, and a team-focused attitude. Willingness to work outdoors is essential.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or willing to study for the National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4 (or equivalent).
• Demonstrates a positive attitude towards working safely for yourself, teammates and community members.
• Full Class 1 drivers’ licence; Class 2 would be advantageous for manual vehicle.
• Reliability, punctuality and cooperative mindset with positive relationships.
• Excellent communication and record-keeping skills.
• Willing to work outside.
• Committed to being part of a wider team with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day arb team activities and respond to operational needs.
• Pruning, shaping and tree care, tree removals and reductions.
• Maintenance of tools and equipment to ensure safety and efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Record-keeping

Reliability

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Education

National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4

Full Class 1 drivers’ licence

Job description

Based at our Horowhenua depot, you will be reporting to the Team Manager, contributing to the arb team's day-to-day maintenance and response excellence.

You will maintain a hands-on approach while working closely with the team and learning about 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:

• Either currently studying or willing to study for the National Certificate in Arboriculture - Level 4 (or equivalent) and have proven practical experience
• You will demonstrate a positive attitude towards working safely for yourself, teammates 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
• Willing to work outside
• 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 operating in both New Zealand and Australia

About Us:

At Green by Nature, we’re on a mission to improve people’s lives by building, maintaining, and caring for incredible green spaces where communities can thrive.

If you’re ready to grow your arborist career and be part of something meaningful in the Horowhenua region, apply today!

Please note: In line with our Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful applicant will need to pass a pre-employment drug test.