Arborist - Working at Heights

7 hours ago

Mount Charlton, Queensland, Australia Toowoomba Regional Council Full time $52,000 - $78,000 per year

ARE
YOU READY TO TAKE YOUR ARBORIST CAREER TO NEW
HEIGHTS?

A great opportunity exists for a
motivated team-player either working towards, or in possession of,
a relevant qualification - grow your career at TRC

  • $1, working towards
    qualification) or $1, fully qualified) gross per 38 hour
    week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65%
    superannuation.
  • Permanent Full time position based at
    our Principal Depot in Charlton.
  • Rostered Day off each
    month.

About the position

The Working at Heights Arborist
position will be responsible for the maintenance of tree assets
within the Region using recognised arboricultural practices.

This position will work under
remote supervision.

Toowoomba Regional Council wants to
support the next generation of Arborists. For this reason, we are
accepting applications from people who have a recognised
certificate in Arboriculture or Horticulture as well
as applications from people who are currently completing
a relevant certificate.

  • Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every
    day
  • Apprentices - gain relevant experience while completing
    your qualification - earn while you learn
  • Professional development and learning opportunities for all
    team members.
  • Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your
    superannuation.
  • Corporate discounts on selected private health
    insurance.
  • Active social club – TRC Employee's
    Association.
  • Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access
    to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure
    facilities with a single membership.
  • Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks.
  • A supportive work environment.
  • Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide
    confidential counselling services for employees and their
    families going through personal or work-related problems.

How to be successful in this position - Success
Criteria

  1. Hold the mandatory
    qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under
    the 'Success Criteria' in the
    Position Description.
  2. Demonstrated ability to exercise skills in a more complex
    area or to a more advanced degree than trade level.
  3. Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain plant /
    machinery, and carry out daily services.
  4. The ability to ensure all work is performed to meet safety
    legislative requirements and responsibilities of Council.
  5. Ability to effectively lead, motivate, administer and
    manage a team to meet agreed performance and service
    standards.
  6. Demonstrated ability to understand directions and to
    communicate effectively with internal and external
    stakeholders.
  7. Excellent customer service skills with the ability to
    provide accurate timely advice in a helpful and supportive
    manner.
  8. Ability to perform physical labouring tasks.
  9. Understanding of and
    commitment to Council's Organisational Value and
    Behaviour of Accountability.

How to
apply

To apply, please submit your current resume and ensure you
answer all of the application questions.

The preferred candidate will be required to
undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical
assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine
occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may
not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined
above.

Visit our website  for information on how
to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. 
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further
information

Please contact Dave Edwards - Coordinator
Tree Services - on within business hours.

Closing
date

The closing
date for applications is at 11:45pm on Sunday, 16 November
2025.

About the Toowoomba
Region

Nestled approximately 125km west of
Brisbane, the Toowoomba Region beckons as the enchanting gateway to
the Darling Downs. Rising from its roots as the Garden City,
Toowoomba has blossomed into Australia's largest inland regional
city. The Toowoomba Regional Council oversees an expansive regional
landscape, encompassing the thriving urban centre of Toowoomba and
the vibrant regional hubs of Oakey, Pittsworth, Millmerran,
Highfields, Crow's Nest, Clifton, Greenmount, Goombungee, and
Yarraman.

Immerse yourself in the heart of
one of Australia's most captivating regions, offering the perfect
blend of city and country living.

Council does not accept unsolicited
agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No
response will be provided.

Attachments:

- Position Description - Arborist - Working at Heights

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