Arborist

Weekly Hours: 38

Weekly Salary:  $1,269.77 to $1,384.05 (plus allowances and superannuation)

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE (this link will work on Council's website)

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

Join our team as an Arborist!

Are you passionate about nurturing urban green spaces and contributing to the well-being of your local community? Orange City Council is seeking a dedicated Arborist to ensure the health and vitality of our city's trees. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the landscape while enjoying competitive compensation and the chance to grow your career. If you're an experienced arborist, we encourage you to apply and be part of our mission to create a better living environment in Orange today and for generations to come.

As an Arborist, you will collaborate with a team of highly skilled professionals to carry out arboriculture maintenance on Council's owned trees in streets, parks and reserves. This includes the use of climbing techniques and EWPs to complete the required pruning and/or removal works throughout the City of Orange.

About the role

We are looking to employ an Arborist who is passionate about working outdoors and can work effectively as part of a team. You will have completed the relevant qualifications in Arboriculture and have previous extensive experience in a similar role with tree maintenance programs.

Reporting to the Tree Care Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring that arboriculture activities are delivered to a high standard and ensuring the efficient management and maintenance of trees in streets parks and reserves. This includes:

• Vegetation management and pruning in streets, parks and other open spaces
• Tree removal and replacement planting programs, new plantings in road reserves and parks
• Providing advice to the public on tree maintenance issues
• Coordinate on-site workforce traffic management setups
• Maintaining equipment within the Tree Care team

What We Offer:

• Have a long weekend every week! We offer the opportunity to work your 38 hours across 4 days, leaving you to enjoy 3 day weekends every week!
• Valuable on-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements including rostered days off and variable hours.
• Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family.
• Salary Packaging available including novated leasing.
• Free access to EAP services for you and your family
• The chance to contribute to your local community.

So, what do you need?

• A minimum of 2 years of industry experience
• Certificate III in Arboriculture (or equivalent)
• Certificate I and II Chainsaw Certification
• White Card
• Current MR Drivers Licence
• Traffic Control Licences

To apply, please click ‘Apply’. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Acting Horticulture Services Supervisor, Shane Hitchcock on 6393 8072.

Applications close Monday 19 May 2025

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.