Senior Arborist

Environmental Conservation Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Arborist to join our team at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney, an organisation dedicated to preserving and protecting NSW's natural environment.

About the Role

This is a permanent full-time position that offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of tree species and contribute to the conservation and curation of our arboriculture collection.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist in the management and curation of our highly valued tree collections, including risk management, tree maintenance programs, and record keeping.
• To provide technical advice regarding developments affecting trees within the Garden.
• To mentor and supervise a small team, resources, and planning and development of the section.
• To effectively manage a small team within a public garden, implementing new arboriculture practices and prioritising workload.
• To balance appropriate tree management techniques with conservation, safety, and horticultural issues.

Essential Requirements

• Diploma in Arboriculture AQF5 or equivalent with experience in a wide range of tree maintenance and services.
• Level II Chainsaw Operation/Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate).
• Qualification in Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) and ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ or equivalent).
• Experience in the arboriculture industry, including the ability to conduct tree climbing and complex rigging works.
• Ability to assess and prepare reports on tree risk assessment and other tree-related data.

Benefits

• A competitive salary range of $78,260 to $86,539 per annum, plus superannuation.
• The opportunity to work for an organisation dedicated to environmental conservation.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• The chance to develop your career as a Senior Arborist.

About Us

We are a world-leading botanical science institute and one of Sydney's most iconic public spaces, providing opportunities for career development and advancement.