Permanent, Full Time position with RDO 9 day fortnight

Why Join Us?

The City of South Perth's talented workforce prides itself on delivering excellent service to the community. Located 4kms from the Perth CBD and bordering the stunning Swan River, the City is widely recognised for its active places and beautiful spaces.

As an organisation, we are committed to being an employer of choice by attracting and retaining values based and customer service orientated people. When employed by us, you will have the opportunity to thrive, as well as take advantage of great working conditions and benefits including:

- 5 weeks Annual Leave plus 17.5% Leave Loading
- Purchase up to 4 Additional Weeks of annual leave per year
- Versatile Working Arrangements
- Free Parking
- 8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Flexitime available for full time employees
- Learning and Professional Development opportunities, including the popular Perth Inner City Mentor Program
- Award winning Health and Wellness Program, free and onsite for all employees
- Flu Vaccinations and Skin Screening
- Outdoor Active Classes and Team Activity Challenges
- Yoga and Pilates
- Physical Nutrition programs
- Financial wellbeing tools
- Mental Health and Safety seminars

- Superannuation 1/1 Sessions
- Corporate Discounts with major Health Insurance Providers (up to 7% discounts)
- Personal Leave up to 14 days per year (based on length of service)
- Inclusive and Safe workplace practices
- We are also working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Employer.

About the Position Working within our Streetscapes Team, this position involves a range of arboriculture maintenance activities, focusing on the upkeep of the City's trees within its streetscapes, parks and reserves, road resrves and other City property.

To be successful in this position you will need to demonstrate:

- Certificate II in Horticulture or Arboriculture, or equivalent demonstrated experience.




- Ability to exercise arboriculture/ horticultural skills using various materials and/ or specialised techniques.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Sound knowledge of trees and shrubs in relation to arboriculture principles and techniques.
- Sound knowledge of WHS requirements as they relate to the responsibilities of the position.
- Current 'C' Class Driver's Licence.
- Chainsaw operation accreditation.
- Basic Worksite Traffic Management certificate.
- A current National Police Clearance.

Please see the attached position description for further information.

Ready to Apply

If you're ready to be a part of our diverse and progressive team, please submit an online application using the 'Apply Here' button on the City's website. Supporting documents should be saved in .pdf format. Hardcopy applications may also be provided to our Civic Centre Reception. Applications in formats that cannot be opened will not be assessed.

For more information regarding the position, please contact, Brett Napier, Streetscapes Supervisor, on [08 9474 0777](tel:08 9474 0777) and visit the City's website southperth.wa.gov.au/careers

Applications close at 4.00pm AWST on Monday 7 September 2026.

Please note: Applications are considered as they are received and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close advertisements early, therefore an early application is strongly encouraged. By submitting an application,

you consent to the City storing and using your data for the purposes of recruitment activities.

The City of South Perth acknowledges and pays respect to the traditional custodians of the land upon which we live, work and play - the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation.

The City of South Perth is an equal opportunity employer, who is committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

This publication is available in alternative formats on request; please contact the Customer Service Team to request alternative format type (08) 9474 0777 9474 0777).

📌 Streetscapes & Parks Tree Maintainer (South Perth)
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