Parks Services
- Full-time
- Closing on: Aug 16 2023
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- Oversee the health and maintenance of the Glen Eira City Council's Urban Forest
- Full time, permanent opportunity
- $75K - $87K per annum + Superannuation

***About the role**
As the Arboriculture Inspector you will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, heath, and amenity of the Council’s urban forest to ensure the safety of the community.

You will undertake customer generated arboriculture inspections for required tree pruning and maintenance, provide reports and advice to stakeholders and ensure that all services are delivered in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.

This position is an integral part of the Parks Services team and is responsible for providing services that meet the needs of Glen Eira City Council.
- Day to day duties include but not limited to_:

- Undertaking practical arboricultural works on occasion to ensure the safety of the public
- Assisting the Urban Forest Team Leader with numerous duties including:

- Tree maintenance and compliance in supervising the Arboriculture Team and contractors.
- Advising both written and orally to relevant departments and the community.
- Updating electronic tree management systems, keeping the continuity of appropriate reporting for ongoing works.
- Developing and enhancing necessary procedures, standards, and guidelines for effective delivery of services to Council that are cost effective, of consistent quality and reliability.

**About you**
This position requires a thorough understanding of current Arboriculture practices and processes. You will have an extensive understanding of the relevant policies and procedures that govern the management of the Glen Eira urban forest. You will strive for service excellence when providing information to residents regarding arboriculture and tree maintenance advice, in relation to Council owned trees on request.

The following is also required:

- Diploma in Arboriculture (Certificate 5) or demonstrated relevant experience and/or qualifications in the arboriculture field.
- UET20321 Certificate II in ESI - Powerline Vegetation Control.
- Demonstrated high level of competence in tree related project development, planning and experience in managing contractors’ OH&S.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to effectively supervise staff and contractors’ performance and workloads, with a commitment to quality services and teamwork.
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Current Medium Rigid Driver’s Licence (desirable).

**Important Information**

***Working at Glen Eira City Council**
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

**Employee Benefits**
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration, and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:

- A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed.
- Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
- Reward and recognition programs
- Comprehensive leave entitlements
- Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

***Position Description**

**How to apply**
**Please attach your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience and how it relates to the role.**

**Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to**:

- **Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.**:

- **Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.**

**Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to**:

- **Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.**:

- **Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.**

**We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.