
Arborist - Urban Forest
3 weeks ago
Arborist - Urban Forest role at Maribyrnong City Council. This is a permanent full-time position in Band 4 ($74,709 - $79,116) plus 12% super. 38-hour week (9-day fortnight). Location: West Footscray, Melbourne.
Why work with Maribyrnong City Council's Urban Forest?Maribyrnong City Council is a vibrant and diverse city with a population expected to triple over the next ten years. As the city grows, pressure on healthy green space, including trees, will increase as we experience urbanisation. Maribyrnong's urban forest plays an integral role in the overall health and liveability of the western Melbourne region. Now more than ever, it is important to effectively plan and manage our urban tree population to maximise social, environmental and economic benefits.
The OpportunityMaribyrnong City Council is seeking an enthusiastic and team oriented individual to join our Urban Forest Team as a new Arborist - Urban Forest. Reporting to the Team Leader Urban Forest, you will play a pivotal role in the maintenance of Council's urban forest assets. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team, including the Urban Forest Planner, Tree Establish Officer, Open Space team and contractors to ensure successful delivery of various tree maintenance programs.
Key Responsibilities- Undertake arboriculture and parks maintenance tasks and programs to Council's standards, policies and in accordance to various management plans.
- Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of Council's Urban Forest in accordance with established contemporary arboriculture maintenance and tree development work practices and procedures.
- Provide support to the Team Leader Urban Forest by taking responsibility for a diverse range of tasks as instructed to meet specified quality standards and agreed productivity outcomes.
- Provide professional, efficient, friendly and timely customer service to internal and external customers.
- Complete daily Plant Check Sheets and Defect Reports in accordance with Fleet Maintenance procedures.
- Undertake regular maintenance of all equipment and tools. In particular, ensure chainsaws and other specialised arboriculture equipment are properly maintained and fit for purpose.
- Responsible for safely operating Council plant and equipment which include, but is not limited to, manual and mechanical cutting tools, elevated platform plant, trucks, travel towers and associated equipment.
- Implement traffic management plans, Job Safety Action (JSA's) plans and strictly adhere to safe work procedures for all operational activities.
We are seeking an enthusiastic Arborist with a passion for trees. You must possess strong communication and collaboration skills, allowing you to foster a positive team environment.
To be considered, you will have the following- Certificate III in Horticulture (Arboriculture) or equivalent qualification.
- Chainsaw Operators Certificate (Level 1/2).
- Heavy Rigid vehicle License with experience driving above 15 tonnes, GCM.
- License to perform High Risk: Elevated Work Platform License.
- Traffic Management Certificate.
- Certificate II ESI Powerline Vegetation Control
- Current Victorian Driver's License.
- Current Working with Children Check.
- No relevant criminal record found in a Police Check.
- Work cross-functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team.
- Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment.
- Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation.
- Enjoy a 9-day fortnight.
So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now
How To ApplyTo download the PD, and to apply for this role go to: https://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies and enter ref code: 6799949.
Please submit your Resume and a Cover Letter via our Careers website telling us why you think you would be a great fit for this position and outlining your relevant experience in support of your application by 7 September 2025 at 10pm.
Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bryson French, Coordinator Urban Forest on 0481 067 328 for a confidential discussion.
Maribyrnong City Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and to operating in a manner that complies with its obligations under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards. Council promotes an organisational culture that embeds child safe practices and expects its staff to perform their roles and engage with the community in a manner that is consistent with its child safe practices. To guide expected standards of child safe behaviours of all staff, Council has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.
As part of the appointment process, Council may undertake appropriate child safety pre-screening checks of candidates in accordance with Council Child Safety policies and procedures where appropriate. This may include asking child safety-related questions during interview, conducting relevant checks of the candidate's prior contact with children in employment and/or requiring proof of a valid Working With Children Check prior to commencement.
Council welcomes applications from all interested candidates including from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Council's recruitment process will be reasonably adapted to ensure all candidates have equitable access to Council's recruitment process and job opportunities.
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