October 23, 2024

Lane Cove Council

Lane Cove

FULL TIME

Arborist

Lane Cove, Australia

Reference: 6683372

38 hrs per week
Regular RDOs
Great team

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of an innovative Council seeking to make a positive difference in the community you support? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Arborist to join our team.
Located on the lower North Shore, our leafy suburbs have a vibrant and diverse village atmosphere. We aim to provide "best value" services and facilities to the community whilst ensuring a sustainable future.
If you are open to fresh ideas, committed to progressing new initiatives and driven to provide the very best service to our community, we want to hear from you.
About the Role
You will be responsible for carrying out arboriculture works in Council's reserves and streets in an effective and efficient manner and in accordance with specified standards and timetables.
About You
The successful candidate will have:

TAFE Arboriculture Certificate or equivalent.
Experience in operating a chainsaw.
Experience in Arboriculture techniques, including high climbing; and
Current and valid C Class Driver's Licence.

What we Offer
We hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds maintaining always that inclusion and diversity lie at the heart of what we do. For those who join us we offer:

Varied lifestyle benefits programs including:
- flexible work practices aimed at achieving work/life balance
- an employee wellness program and discounted gym memberships
Annual performance bonuses and salary review
Extensive career development and training opportunities
The convenience of being situated right beside the leafy Blackman Park on the Lane Cove river

We are dedicated to the safety, empowerment and participation of all children and are committed to creating a thoughtful, protective community that supports children and young people to feel safe and protected.
To Apply
Click on the "apply now" button to be redirected to our careers page where you can download and read a copy of the Position Description and address the selection criteria in your online application.
For further information about the role, please contact Bryan Dempsey on (02) 9911 3553.
Salary range - Up to $87K per annum (incl super) dependent on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable candidate.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER 2024 at 10PM
This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised. As part of our pre-employment process, preferred candidates are required to provide proof of COVID 19 vaccination status.

Applications Close: 10 Nov 2024