EOI - Coordinator Arboriculture (9221)

Internal Expression of Interest (EOI)

Applications Close:  11:59 pm Sunday 25 January 2026

Group and Team: Open Space Group, Arboriculture Team.
Network: Infrastructure and Assets 
Location: Clearys Gates Depot
Employment status: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $91,138 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.  
About the role

This role leads daily arboriculture operations, supervising field staff and contractors to deliver safe and efficient tree maintenance, planting and removal programs. The role ensures work is prioritised by risk, supports best‑practice arboricultural standards, manages safety and training requirements, and works closely with internal teams, contractors and the community.

Role accountabilities include: 

• Oversee planning, scheduling and delivery of tree‑related work across the City.
• Ensure compliance with WHS procedures, Safe Work Method Statements and equipment safety standards.
• Manage equipment needs, maintenance schedules and business cases for new plant and tools.
• Support accurate asset management by maintaining up‑to‑date arboriculture records and promoting the use of digital systems.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Coordinator Arboriculture

About you
A suitable candidate has experience with urban tree care and understands safe work practices. Strong teamwork and communication skills are important, along with the ability to plan daily tasks and manage resources. Confidence using asset management systems and a commitment to the City's values and behaviour standards are also expected.
 
What you will bring:

• Diploma in Arboriculture or demonstrated extensive knowledge, skills and experience managing high risk and complex operational teams and coordinating high quality arboricultural work in a public setting.
• Qualification in Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) demonstrating advanced capability in risk evaluation and decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience in frontline leadership, including oversight of daily operations, staff coordination, and performance management.
• White card
• Working with Vulnerable People Card

Desirable

• Completed Subject Matter Expert (SME) training, particularly in high-risk plant and equipment operations, ensuring staff are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform safely and effectively.
• Trained in Verification of Competency (VoC) assessments for staff operating high-risk machinery, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and organisational procedures.
• Completion of leadership training.
• Current Medium Rigid License.
• Traffic Management Implementer 1 (TMI1).
• Chainsaw and Tree Felling Licenses.
• Work Safely at Heights.
• EWP controlled Descent Escape and Perform EWP Rescue.
• High Risk Work License

How to apply

If you require any further information specific to this role, please contact Ruby Wolfe (City Greening Lead), on or email  

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to Please note that we do not accept applications after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver's licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

You will be required to declare you hold the required documentation/licence, and

If you are the successful candidate in the process you will be required to have the originals sighted by People and Culture before commencing in the new role.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.

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