Tree Worker, Operations

5 days ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Do you have a growing ambition to work with trees and nurture a greener future for the ACT?

Canberra’s urban forest comprises a diverse combination of evergreen and deciduous trees that provides important ecological and amenity advantages for its inhabitants and wildlife. We take pride in maintaining our urban forest and you will play an important role in delivering this service to ensure the biodiversity and natural beauty of our city is preserved.

URBAN TREESCAPES manages and maintains more than 809,000 trees on parklands and streets throughout ACT. Specific responsibilities include the planting, watering, and follow up maintenance of newly planted trees; the maintenance of established trees; the removal of dead and dying trees; the administration of the _Tree Protection Act 2005_; the assessment of tree related claims; and the provision of technical advice on tree related matters.

Applications are invited to fill several full-time, temporary vacancies for the role of **Tree Worker Operations** across multiple maintenance depots beginning as soon as possible for up to 12 months** with the possibility of permanency**.

Tree Workers contributes to a knowledgeable team carrying out tree maintenance tasks within Canberra’s urban forest.

The successful applicants will have a passion for trees and an understanding of the importance of teamwork and great customer service

Please see the **position description** for further information about the role.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an **inclusive workplace**. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

**Notes**: These are temporary positions available immediately for up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency. A **Merit Pool** will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Applications should include:

- A statement of no more than four pages addressing the ‘What you require’ section in the Position Description
- A current curriculum vitae (resume)
- Contact details of at least two referees

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**Note**:
These are temporary positions available immediately for up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency.

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