Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.
Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.
We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.
So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family.
Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley
What you need to know...
• permanent full time - 76 hours per fortnight
• the package: $59,838 to $71,358 plus superannuation per annum
• location: Grafton, NSW
• access to fitness passport
• 9 day fortnight
About the role
No Arborist Qualification Required. Are you passionate about trees and open space maintenance? Do you want to make a real impact on your community while enjoying one of the most scenic and diverse regions in the Northern Rivers?
Clarence Valley Council is looking for a dedicated and motivated individual to join our Open Spaces Tree Team. In this role, you'll help maintain and improve our valued parklands and street trees—from the mountain ranges to the coastal fringes.
You don't need to be a qualified arborist to apply. If you have had experience with any tree work/maintenance and if you have a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a passion for delivering high-quality service, we'd love to hear from you.
What you will be doing in the role:
Assist in the planning and implementation of effective tree maintenance operations.
Carry out safe and efficient tree care and management in public spaces.
Support the upkeep of trees across a wide and beautiful geographic area.
Be involved increasing the Clarence Valley's tree canopy target by planting trees.
What we offer:
Full time career, permanent role
A chance to grow your skills in a supportive, experienced team.
A great work-life balance in a vibrant community.
The opportunity to contribute to creating safe, well-maintained public spaces
At Clarence Valley Council, we STRIVE to make our community safer, stronger, and full of opportunity. Be part of a team that values your contribution and helps shape the environment for generations to come.
Apply now and branch out with us
Contact
Josh Dunning, Team Leader Open Spaces on
Closing date
Tuesday 28 October 2025 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).
Other important information
This position is located at Council's Rushforth Road Works Depot, however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.
A probation period applies to this position.
How to apply
All applications must be lodged online via Council's website
For this application you will be required to:
• address essential selection criteria from the position description
• address desirable selection criteria from the position description
• supply a resume
• supply a cover letter
• supply relevant certificates and licences.
For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria please refer to the Careers page on
Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.