Overview
Join to apply for the Truck Driver (Tree Maintenance) role at City of Wagga Wagga.
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Truck Driver to join our Tree Maintenance team in delivering a high level of presentation for the City's parks, gardens, reserves, sportsgrounds, streetscapes, and roadsides.
Responsibilities
* Safely operate Council's plant and equipment with an emphasis on MR truck operation for tree maintenance activities, including transportation of equipment, supplies and tree debris.
* Collaborate with a team of tree care professionals in performing tasks such as gardening, pruning, tree removals, lifting and raking, planting and watering, and pest/disease control.
* Follow established routes and schedules for tree maintenance projects, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
* Maintain a strong focus on safety, following proper protocols and using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
As the successful applicant, you will hold
* Class MR Driver's Licence
* General Construction Induction Training Card (White Card)
* Hold or be willing to obtain qualifications relevant to the role (e.g., Certificate II in Horticulture; SafeWork NSW Traffic Control Cards – Traffic Controller (TCR) and Implement Traffic Control Plans (IMP); Certificate of Competency - Chainsaw Trim and Cut Felled Trees; Trim Trees using a Polesaw; AQF Level 3 Chemical Accreditation) – Desirable
* Proven experience as a truck driver, preferably with experience in the tree care industry
* Ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently, with initiative, self-motivation and effective task prioritisation
In accordance with Work Health and Safety legislation, the successful applicant is required to be vaccinated for Hepatitis B and will be asked to provide evidence of this.
How to Apply
Applications close Sunday, 7 September 2025 at 11.59pm AEDST with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday, 15 September 2025. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs. For inquiries, contact Roland Ridley, Team Leader Park Operations (Tree Maintenance) on 0457 704 727.
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work and welcome applications from skilled people from all walks of life.
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