Senior Team Member Arboriculture

Team Member Arboriculture

• Full Time Permanent Role
• Outstanding career opportunity
• IE5 Salary - $85, 058 - $87, % Super depending on experience

About us

The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.

We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what we do makes a positive difference to our community.

We are committed to creating a dynamic City that embraces new ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life. With the newly endorsed Community Plan responding to climate change, we will support a growing population and enhance the wellbeing and prosperity of our community.

About the role

As a Team Member in Arboriculture you will form part of a close team of employees that take pride in maintaining The City of Unley's 26,000+ growing tree stock. With tasks ranging from tree planting, young tree care, to veteran pruning and tree removals, you will get a diverse range of work in a large aspect of arboriculture in an ever-changing environment.

RDO & 9 day fortnight. All PPE supplied up to $750 at commencement & $550 yearly.

About you

• To succeed in this role, you will have: Certificate in Arboriculture or Horticulture with extensive experience related to the position;
• Basic knowledge in the use of smart tablets and Microsoft Office;
• Drivers License and MR (or higher) License;
• High Risk Work License (Boom Type Elevated Work Platform); and
• Work Zone Traffic Management Certification.

The Unley Employee Experience

We recognise, the need to create an employee that enables the organisation's talent to thrive and provide innovative and outstanding services to our community. We provide a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages professional development. Some of our outstanding conditions of employment and benefits are designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of our team, you will benefit from:

• supportive, flexible work environment with work / life balance
• competitive salary and conditions
• ongoing support for your development and further education
• complimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fund
• holistic health and wellbeing programs

More information

All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Hugh Drewer, Team Leader Arboriculture at

Applications should include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position.

Applications close Friday 5th September.

Pre-employment requirements:

The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:

• General Employment Probity Check
• Pre-employment medical including Drug and Alcohol screening

Everyone Belongs at Unley

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager's contact details above for any support you need along the way.