Yass Valley Council is seeking a Tree Management Officer to join our Community Spaces Team.
View a full position description on the Council website
Nestled between Canberra and the NSW Southern Tablelands, Yass offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle. With a strong sense of community, stunning natural surrounds and a growing development sector, Yass Valley Council is focused on sustainable growth while retaining the region's natural beauty. Working here means genuine impact, close collaboration with decision-makers and the ability to see the direct outcomes of your role.
The Opportunity
This newly created position sits within the Planning & Environment Directorate and has been established as part of the Community Spaces team. Reporting to the Manager Community Spaces, the Tree Management Officer provides specialist technical arboriculture advice, helps develop priorities, implements, and reviews arboriculture programs and assists with strategies and policies.
To be successful, you will bring:
* Diploma in Arboriculture – AQF level 5 or tertiary qualifications in an associated discipline.
* Current TRAQ, QTRA, or VALID credentials or ability to obtain within 12 months.
* Extensive experience in arboriculture and urban forestry management.
* Understanding of Local Government Act, the Development Assessment process, the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act and other relevant legislation
* Sound knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, in particular, Pruning of Amenity Trees and protection of Trees on Development Sites.
* Experience in landscape construction techniques with the ability to read architectural and landscape plans, and conduct Tree Surveys, including hazard assessments.
* Demonstrated experience in project and program coordination, maintenance planning and the application of Work Health and Safety procedures.
* General Construction (White) Card.
* A current class 'C' driver's licence.
Why Join Us?
* Permanent Full-time opportunity, working 70 hours per fortnight, with a Rostered day off.
* Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
Salary from $91,344 to $98,651 per year + 12 % super, depending on skills, experience and qualifications in accordance with Council's Salary System and the Local Government State Award.
How to Apply
Simply upload your resume and a cover letter outlining how you will achieve the key requirements of the role. Answer the pre-employment questions in the online Application Form and you’re done!
For help with your application, contact HR on (02) 6226 9***.
For specific role questions, contact Denis Chan, Manager Community Spaces on (02) 6226 1***.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for this position, applicants must have the right to work in Australia and pass relevant pre-employment checks.
Yass Valley Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.
Closing Date: 19/04/2026