Arborist Coordinator

We are seeking a highly skilled Arborist Coordinator to join our team at Randwick City Council. As a key member of our urban forestry team, you will be responsible for coordinating the management and maintenance of all public street trees, as well as assessing applications for pruning or removal of private street trees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate maintenance requests from the public and determine an appropriate course of action as they relate to street trees.
• Monitor reactive maintenance requests to ensure that they are allocated to the relevant work team or contractor and completed to standard within the required timeframes.
• Undertake, review, and provide advice on private property tree pruning and removal applications.
• Engage contractors and consultants in accordance with Council's procurement policies.
• Assist with tree planting programs to meet council objectives and with tree related events.

Requirements:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in tree management or related discipline (Cert 5 in Arboriculture or equivalent) or enrolled to obtain.
• Minimum three (3) years operational experience in tree management or related discipline, with a sound knowledge of tree selection, planting, and maintenance.
• Experience in tree pruning and removal applications for private properties with a demonstrated understanding of development controls and State Environmental Planning Policies.
• Experience in the management of day labour and / or contractors in a tree related field.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages / salaries, flexible work, day off per fortnight, additional leave entitlements, health and wellbeing days, professional development opportunities, fitness passport, novated lease private vehicle option, and much more.
• A high-performance culture fostered through our values of Integrity, Customer Focus, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to the Randwick City Council website. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.