Lead a crew of 4-5Tree work with real team spiritSydney OR Illawarra locations
About Shane's TreesShane's Trees is a forward thinking Arboriculture company with a solid reputation for excellence and safety.
With a crew of over 80 people our teamare genuinely valued and feel part of our bigger vision.
About the roleThe role will be varied, including working on-site to assist the crew, quoting and assessments, job co-ordination and team leadership.Our crews are made up of qualified Arborist's, Climbers and non-climbers, Grounds crew and Truckdrivers.If you are highly motivated, reliable and a true master of your craft you will fit right in.
Key ResponsibilitiesTeam leadership - motivate, support, train and mentor the crewCo-ordinate daily operations of each days work ordersMonitor team productivity to ensure jobs run to scheduleOperate and maintain plant and machinery and adhere to company requirementsPerform Arborist tasks such as pruning and removing trees to Australia standardsManage and implement WH&S; systems on site and implement safe work practicesClient liaison - build and maintain positive client relationshipsQuoting - Provide quotes to clients utilising company frameworksAttend and engage in fortnightly staff and WH&S; meetingsEnsure self and team perform consistent work in a safe mannerBe exceptionally punctual and reliable in your attendance




Skills & experienceA grade climbing and rigging skillsOn-site job planning and execution skillsSolid safety record with minimal incidents and a strong commitment to maintaining the highest safety standardsCustomer service and Client liaison skillsStrong verbal and interpersonal communication skillsHighly organised with solid time management skillsConfident to make decisionsMinimum 3 years industry experienceWhite CardDrivers LicenceCert III in Arboriculture (or international equivalent)MR or HR LicenceFirst aid certificateEWP ticketKnowledge of WH&S; environmental and council regulationsRIW certificate (Preferable but not necessary)ESi II certificate (Preferable but not necessary)
Benefits and perksAbove award wagesOvertime and weekend work is sometimes available (at your discretion)All PPE supplied (You must supply your own work boots)Industry leading Bandit and Rayco equipment with contemporary trucksOpportunity for training to expand your skillsetSupplied with the right tools and resources to ensure top performance is achievableFully maintained company vehicleInternational Arborists - Future sponsorship opportunites
We're after someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and pride in their trade.
You'll lead by example, uphold safety, and represent the business with professionalism.
Our team culture is supportive, safety-focused, and down-to-earth—we work hard, value each other's input, and enjoy a good laugh along the way.
To thrive here, you'll need great people skills, the confidence to supervise a crew, and a sharp eye for safety and quality on every job.
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📌 Arborist Team Leader (Sydney)
🏢 Shanes Trees
📍 Sydney