Tree Care Professional
This is a dynamic opportunity for an experienced Arborist/Tree Worker to join our team. Key responsibilities include undertaking arboricultural activities across the council's public tree population and contributing to creating a liveable community.
* Develop and implement effective arboricultural strategies
* Collaborate with colleagues to achieve project goals
Applicants should possess:
* A degree in horticulture or arboriculture, or significant recent industry experience
* Current MR Class Driver's Licence
* Recent experience delivering various Arboriculture/Horticulture practices
* Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude
A National Licence to Perform High Risk Work (WP + Boom type elevated work platform) is advantageous but not essential.
Benefits
We offer:
* Competitive salary of $66,577 per year with potential for competency-based progression and an adverse working conditions allowance level 1
* 12% superannuation
* Fortnightly RDO
* PPE and uniform provided
* Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
* Career development opportunities
* Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award plus annual salary review
* Long service leave after 5 years
* Generous employee assistance program
* Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
* Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
About the Region
The Port Macquarie Hastings Region offers a stunning hinterland, pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres, and a genuine community vibe.