Urban Forest Auditor

Work across Wyndham's Municipality

• Band 5 salary of $80,937.21 plus super and fortnightly RDO

We are Wyndham, one of Australia's fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

A bit about the role
Join our Arboriculture Unit in this newly created role.

You will utilise your proven expertise to provide technical arboriculture advice to developers, landscape architects and contractors in relation to streetscape, open space and general landscape design and delivery activities.

Working alongside the team and leaders, you will assist in holding developers, landscape architects and contractors accountable for the quality tree establishment within the City.

What you will do

• Conduct site inspections ensuring all trees are being established and maintained to the highest level
• Assist in keeping department databases updated
• Monitor productivity and quality of work within developer and contracted areas
• Contribute to the development of annual plans and budgets
• Provide input into the development of policies, procedures and standards
• Resolve minor problems with works and reschedule objectives
• Occasionally perform manual duties to complete tasks within timeframes as required
• Plan for and schedule tree deliveries with external suppliers, internal staff and contractors
• Organise tree quality stock nursery visits and audit incoming trees for quality
• Respond to customer requests and other requests for maintenance works

What you will bring

• Posttrade certificate in Arboriculture or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in effectively supervising contractors
• Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule and prioritise works
• Demonstrated knowledge of indigenous flora and fauna communities and their ecological requirements
• Sound verbal and written skills, including the ability to draft reports, plans and correspondence
• A current Victorian Drivers licence
• A continuous improvement mindset with a positive, proactive, and flexible attitude

Be part of something more

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community.

It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work.

Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

What's next?
For a confidential discussion, please contact
Leigh Tolhurst, Urban Forest Planner on

Applications will be accepted until **11:59PM on Sunday 5 May 2024.

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