Arboriculture Crew Member (Fixed Term)

Alpine Shire Council; Bright (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as an Arboriculture professional in a 1 Year Fixed Term role focusing on maintaining beautiful open spaces. Based in Bright, your expertise in arboriculture will contribute to the upkeep of the Council's extensive tree population, all while enjoying a vibrant regional lifestyle.

Qualifications

• 1 Year Fixed Term Full Time position in Arboriculture.
• Relevant industry experience or transferable skills expected.
• Teamwork and safety awareness essential for role.

Responsibilities

• Undertake arboriculture maintenance and improvement activities.
• Achieve high standards of presentation and public satisfaction.
• Safely work in open spaces environment.

Skills

Arboriculture

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Education

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Drivers Licence

WorkSafe Construction Induction Card

Tools

Medium Rigid Truck licence

Elevated Work Platform

Job description

This is an ideal opportunity for an Arboriculture professional who enjoys working outdoors, and who would like to apply their sound, relevant arboriculture qualifications to this fixed term fulltime 9-day fortnight role.

How you'll make a difference

We are proud of our beautiful open space areas, and we’re looking for a team member who is as passionate about the presentation of these areas as we are. As part of a small, dedicated team, you will assist in safely and effectively maintaining Councils abundant tree population. If you thrive in a workplace that values innovation and variety, don’t miss this opportunity to live and work in a spectacular part of Victoria

Join our team to:

• Undertake arboriculture maintenance and improvement activities
• Achieve a high standard of presentation and public satisfaction with open spaces
• Safely and effectively work in our open spaces environment

Experience / Qualifications:

• Certificate III in Arboriculture (or similar related qualifications) (desirable)
• Relevant industry experience or transferable skills from a similar industry
• Medium Rigid Truck licence (desirable)
• Elevated Work Platform (desirable)
• Worksafe Construction Induction Card
• Drivers Licence
• Internal and external training available for the right candidate.

About us

We are located in the stunning high-country region of North East Victoria. We are surrounded by spectacular mountains with plenty of natural waterways for you to enjoy. We have it all: motor bike riding; 4 wheel driving; world class mountain bike trails; fishing; downhill and cross-country skiing, and experiences such as gliding, rock climbing, rafting, golf and so much more are readily accessible in the Alpine Shire. Of course, if you’re more into food, wine and cultural experiences we have all of that too!

Enjoy the regional lifestyle and be welcomed by a friendly community who love where they live.Join us in delivering meaningful work with dedicated people.

Apply now

• 1 Year Fixed Term Full Time position
• Based in Bright
• Salary based on Band 3classification, from $32.76per hour + Industry Allowance + Superannuation
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off
• Alpine Shire Council welcomes people from a diverse range of backgrounds. People of all genders, ages andculturalbackgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Contact, Gareth Williams, Team Leader Tree Crew [phone]

Please note: Recruitment activity will commence prior to closing date, so don’t delay submitting your application. Council reserves the right to appoint a candidate into the role prior to the closing date. Applicants will be kept updated on the status of their application.