Coordinator Tree Inspections

**_Join our Dynamic Parks and Natural Areas Team We're expanding our team and are looking for dedicated individuals to join _**_us. Help us protect, maintain and enhance our Shire's Sports Precincts, Tree Canopy, Parks and Bushland areas. _**_If you love making a positive community impact, we may have a role for you_**
- Lead and manage a specialist team in tree assessment activities for Council owned trees.
- Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the team.
- Engage with stakeholders and external partners to ensure effective service delivery.
- Utilise your expertise in Arboriculture to enhance customer experiences and community outcomes.

**About Us**:
Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our community through sustainable practises and innovative solutions. We pride ourselves on our commitment to environmental stewardship and delivering exceptional services to our residents.

We foster a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion and professional growth, ensuring that our employees are equipped to thrive in their roles.

**About The Role**:
This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the coordination and management of daily operations related to tree assessment activities for Council owned trees. This position entails leading internal teams, contractors and volunteers in the delivery of effective tree inspection programs while focusing on continuous improvement and innovation.

In this position, you will set clear goals, provide regular feedback and mentoring to your team, and ensure that all safety practises align with Council’s values, policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage and oversee a specialist team, ensuring alignment with Council’s goals.
- Encourage continual improvement to enhance service delivery for the community.
- Demonstrate customer-centric behaviours, contributing to positive customer experiences.
- Ensure workplace health and safety protocols are followed, promoting a safe environment for all.
- Foster relationships with community groups, contractors and government agencies.
- Support diversity and inclusion within the team and community.
- Establish performance measures to ensure accountability and manage risks.
- Guide professional development for team members through available programs.
- Manage resources effectively with a focus on sustainability and safety.

**Who We're Looking For**:

- Diploma in Arboriculture (AQF Level 5 - Arborist) is required.
- TRAQ Risk Assessment Qualification and WHS Construction Induction Certificate (White Card) are essential.
- Class C Drivers Licence, Working with Children Check, and National Criminal Check are mandatory.
- Proven experience in leading teams in tree inspections, safety management, and technical service delivery.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex matters in simple terms.
- Strong coaching ability and experience in setting team goals and monitoring performance.

Additionally, desirable qualifications include tertiary education in Horticulture, Leadership, Management, or Project Management, as well as Traffic Control and Chemical Handling Certificates. Previous experience in the Local Government sector will be advantageous.

Join our Team and Grow with Us
- **Interview date**:Interviews will be facilitated 21 June 2025
- **Package**:$104,345 - $122,876 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. (Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful applicant)
- **Hours of work**:Permanent Full-Time 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

**About Us**:
If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.
- At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community - we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.