About the role
In this role, you'll be part of our planting team, responsible for planting between 2,500-3,000 new trees annually around Geelong. Your focus will be on ensuring proper tree establishment, overseeing correct planting procedures, and caring for them during their critical first two years. This ensures they mature into canopy trees, providing essential shade for our streets. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring arborist to gain on the job training and gaining an industry qualification.

Work type:  Temporary part time (2 days per week for 6 months)

Classification:

Band 2 $62,806 - $64,160 (pa plus super) unqualified (pro rata for part time) 

Band 3 $64,827 - $68,852 (pa plus super) qualified (pro rata for part time) 

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake tree planting and establishment maintenance works in accordance with current industry best practice and standards.
• Assess the condition of Council’s trees to identify structural defects or health issues.
• Operate and maintain plant and equipment including trucks, chippers, elevated work platforms and general arboricultural equipment in an effective manner, in compliance with Council standards, appropriate laws, OH&S regulations and Australian Standards.
• Identify and perform minor maintenance on plant such as chainsaw sharpening, cleaning air filters, making new chains, changing blades on wood chipper etc.
• Complete administrative tasks associated with arboricultural duties.
• Accurately collect and enter data into tree database.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a Certificate III in Arboriculture or similar, or a genuine passion for trees and tree care with the commitment to undertake funded, off-site training to gain your qualification. Qualified aborist will also have the following:

• Working knowledge of arboriculture practices with practical experience in tree maintenance and tree removals
• Demonstrated ability to interact courteously and professionally with ratepayers, stakeholders and community members.
• Knowledge of Energy Safe Line Clearing Regulations and line clearing procedures.
• Ability to assess the health and structure of trees
• A current employee Working with Children check.

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
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Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Sarah Priestly | Coordinator Tree Management| spriestly@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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