Tree Crew Officer

Reference NumberSF/4693
- Job TypeFull Time
- PackageBand 4 plus 11% Superannuation
- Band 4, Full Time
- Work in a supportive, team environment
- Two positions available

**Make a significant difference in our community**

Council has an exciting opportunity for a two suitably qualified people to form our newly created Tree Crew. The Tree Crew will play a key role in reactive and programmed maintenance of trees and vegetation located on Council managed land, in accordance with appropriate arboricultural and environmental principles and techniques.

Ideally suited to people transitioning out of the forestry industry, we are looking for motivated and skilled people that want to make a difference to the way Council manages its trees.

**About this opportunity**

Working closely with the Senior Arborist, you will:

- Respond to and implement works to complete internal and external reactive tree maintenance requests.
- Plan and implement annual tree planting, maintenance and monitoring programs.
- Ensure programmed and reactive tree and vegetation management works are completed to appropriate arboricultural standards.
- Ensure safe operation of plant and equipment and compliance with Council’s Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) policies and procedures, including Safe Work Procedures (SWP) and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS).
- Organise maintenance of assigned plant and equipment to ensure they are kept in good working order.
- Help the Tree Crew achieve its goals by sharing information, involving team members in decisions, and demonstrating commitment to the team.

**What you will bring**
- Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude that can contribute to a positive team culture.
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role.
- Certificate III in Horticulture (Arboriculture) or extensive relevant experience.
- Certification in basic chainsaw maintenance, pole sawing and trimming, cutting of fallen trees and safe operation of wood chippers.
- Various plant operation competencies such as backhoe, skid steer loader and a Medium Rigid Truck Licence.
- If required, be willing and able to work weekend and public holidays and to be a member of Council’s after hours call out service.

**What we offer**

The Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields. We are located within proximity to Melbourne, a lovely 60 to 90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.

We offer an inclusive and flexible work environment within a supportive team along with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.

**How to apply**

For more information about the role or a confidential discussion, please contact Jon Miller, Coordinator Roads and Parks on (03) 5772 0333.
- or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714.

**Applications close at 11.45 pm, 7 January 2024. I**nterviews will be scheduled for late January 2024.**

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement. It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:

- provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia.
- undertakes a satisfactory Police Check and, where applicable to the role (refer