Tree Workers – Powerline Vegetation Crews | Penrith
Build a long-term career working outdoors
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.Applications are welcomed from both Indigenous and non-Indigenous candidates.
Yindili Indigenous Recruitment is recruiting for multiple full-time permanent positions within established powerline vegetation management crews based in Penrith.
Opportunities are available across all experience levels, including:
Entry-level Tree Workers with practical experience from farming, agriculture, construction, landscaping, forestry, civil labouring or similar outdoor industries
Experienced Tree Workers with vegetation clearing, chainsaw, woodchipper or powerline corridor experience
Qualified Arborists with climbing, rigging, EWP or advanced tree-work experience
Whether you are looking to enter the industry or bring established skills to the crew, these positions offer secure permanent work, training and genuine opportunities to progress.
The work may include
Depending on your experience and qualifications, your duties may include:
Ground-based tree work and vegetation clearing
Operating chainsaws and woodchippers
Tree felling and branch removal
Foliar spraying and general vegetation control
Working around powerlines and utility corridors
Elevated Work Platform operations
Tree climbing and rigging
Travelling and working away from home when required
Entry-level employees will receive training and support, while experienced Tree Workers and qualified Arborists may be appointed at a level reflecting their skills, qualifications and industry experience.




What is on offer
Full-time permanent employment
$***** to $***** per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Overtime opportunities
Fortnightly RDO
Additional allowances, including for working away from home
Structured training and career progression
PPE, tools and equipment supplied
Employee Assistance Program
Stable work with an established national infrastructure company
What you will need
Requirements will vary depending on the position and level, but suitable applicants will generally have:
Experience in physical, hands-on outdoor work
A strong commitment to workplace safety
Reliability and the ability to work effectively within a crew
Confidence working around machinery and equipment
Willingness to undertake different duties across the tree crew
Willingness to travel and work away from home when required
Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing
Australian working rights
The following licences, qualifications and experience will be highly regarded:
White Card
MR or HR truck licence
Chainsaw operating experience or relevant tickets
Certificate III in Arboriculture
EWP High Risk Work Licence
Tree climbing and rigging experience
ESI or powerline vegetation management authorisations
Vegetation management experience around utility assets
Not every qualification is required for every position.
Applicants with suitable transferable experience from farming, agriculture or another practical outdoor industry are encouraged to apply for the entry-level opportunities.
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📌 Tree Workers – Powerline Vegetation Crews | Penrith (Sydney)
🏢 Yindili
📍 Sydney