Arboriculturist/Horticulturist - Juvenile Tree Planting Crew
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About The Team
Open Space Maintenance's role is to provide maintenance services to ensure that parks and recreational facilities are maintained to a high standard and meet agreed levels of service with the Asset Custodians via Partnering Agreements. These maintenance operations are achieved through Area Coordinators, including the planning and implementation of maintenance programs for streetscapes, parklands, sporting fields, and roadsides. We also provide professional advice to various customers on the construction and maintenance of park infrastructure, open space areas and roadsides.
About Your New Role
Based at our Coombabah depot you will work as part of the juvenile tree crew that carry out juvenile tree planting activities. Other activities include pruning & maintenance and improvements of parks, landscaped and recreation areas within the City's open space regions and road network.
Undertake arboriculture/horticultural maintenance and improvements of our high-profile foreshore parks, landscaped and recreation areas
Operate and maintain plant and equipment including trucks, chippers, elevated work platforms and general arboriculture equipment
Participate in identified training programs to increase skills and knowledge, contributing to the continual improvement of the section
Work in a small team to conduct juvenile tree maintenance (duties include but not limited to planting, pruning, mulching, weed removal/spraying, utilising leaf blowers and operating chainsaws and pole saws)
Assist with watering program and operation of water truck
Climbing is not a requirement of the position – these activities are performed by contractors.
Successful applicants will be appointed at the appropriate level based on qualifications, skills and experience between Level 2 and Level 7 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award - Operational.
We're Looking For People Who
Certificate III in Arboriculture / Horticulture, or relevant experience and knowledge
MR Class Drivers Licence is highly regarded
General Construction Induction Card (White), or willing to obtain
Take pride in your work, have passion for our city and is constantly improving your landscaping skills with opportunities and learning new techniques and plant equipment
Demonstrates behaviours that contribute to a positive and successful team
Follow established work practices and consistently deliver high quality work
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future. The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
Benefits
9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight
Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
A stable working environment with job security
A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
Uniform, tools and PPE provided
A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
Clear paths for career progression and advancement – whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals
How to apply: For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen. Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role. Documents should be less than 2 MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person
Alexandra McNulty
Closing Date: Sunday, 23 November :00 pm
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
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