Arborist / Tree Management Officer

Charterhouse Melbourne, Australien

Gepostet vor 11 Tagen Befristet USD 72.50 per hour

Job description

Tree Management Officer - Council (7-Month Contract)

Location: Western Sydney, NSW
Type: Contract, 7 months with possible extension
Pay: $72.50 per hour + super
Hours: 35 hours per week (7 hours per day)
Start: Late October (ideal) until mid/late April

About the Role
Charterhouse is partnering with a NSW Council to find a experienced Tree Management professionals for 7-month contracts, with possible extensions. You'll inspect and manage the Council's public tree assets, reporting tree issues, and support the delivery of the Council's Tree Planting and Replacement Programs.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect Council's public tree assets to determine health, condition and maintenance requirements
Process Tree Preservation Order applications, including site inspections, expert advice to residents and drafting permits
Investigate reported accidents or damage involving street, park or Council property trees, including root damage
Program and monitor works under the Tree Planting and Replacement Programs
Provide expert advice on tree management to the community, staff and Council
Assist the Open Space Policy and Tree Management Coordinator with managing the Tree Preservation Order and preparing monthly status reports on program performance and budget
Draft correspondence and reports as required
Operate and maintain computing systems for collecting and processing information
Where the role includes volunteer coordination

About You

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Arboriculture or a related field
Extensive experience across all aspects of tree management
Current Class C Driver's Licence
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical advice clearly to residents and colleagues
Confident writing reports and correspondence

What's on Offer