Arborist

Join Banyule City Council as an Arborist – you'll help shape and protect our Urban Forest. Why you'll love the role and what you'll be doing: Are you passionate about trees, sustainability, and urban greening?Do you have the skills and expertise to maintain and protect the health and safety of our urban forest? We're looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Arborist tojoin our team and play a key role in caring for and enhancing Banyule's tree canopy. What You’ll Do: Perform tree pruning, removals, planting, and general tree maintenance across Council's parks and streetscapes. Safely operate and maintain tools, machinery, and vehicles to support high-quality arboriculture outcomes. Contribute to a positive team culture focused on urban tree health, community safety, and sustainable open space management. This is a great opportunity in Urban Forestry, working a 9-day fortnight, with ongoing training and study options, working with a team dedicated to best practice holistic and habitat focused arboriculture. What we are looking for (skills, experience and certificates) Trade qualification in Arboriculture or associated disciplines is desirable (in the absence of a trade qualification, a certificate of proficiency in arboriculture). Certificate II in ESI Training - Electrical Supply Industry and Powerline Clearance Requirements approved by Energy Safe Victoria. Demonstrate a high level of tree access skills via elevated work platform and climbing, including aerial rescue and tree rigging. Comprehensive knowledge of plant nomenclature and plant cultural requirements. Advanced chainsaw operation and basic operation of associated machinery, e.g., motorised auger, generators, watering tanks and root pruners. Effective written, verbal and conflict management skills with members of the public and other employees. Ability to work effectively in a team. Demonstrated commitment to our values. Medium rigid vehicle licence Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) Functional Capacity Assessment Certificate II in ESI Training - Electrical Supply Industry We offer: Flexible work and leave arrangements, 9-day fortnight (fortnightly RDO) Ongoing learning and development opportunities Health and well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport 26 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave - partner How to apply: Please submit your resume, and a short cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in the position description. If you have any questions regarding the opportunity please contact Benjamin DeKlepper on *** or Peter Boateng on ***. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity. Applications close 4 December 2025 at 11:45pm (AEDT). Why choose Banyule: Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded. Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email **********@banyule.vic.gov.au. Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the wellbeing of an inclusive community. To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan . Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history. Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all. Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children. Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives. #J-18808-Ljbffr