Waratah-Wynyard Council have an exciting opportunity available for an Arboriculturist to support our growing municipality.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining high-quality public spaces and has the skills and experience to guide and support others.
Working closely with the Parks & Reserves Supervisor, you will provide day-to-day leadership to the team while remaining actively involved in the maintenance, construction and improvement of Council's parks, reserves, recreational facilities, vegetation and tree assets.
The annual Salary for this role will be $79,555 per annum
To be successful in this role you will have:
A relevant Trade qualification or Certificate IV in Arboriculture, and at least 2 years' relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to positively guide and support a team.
Experience operating and handling small plant and equipment.
Strong time management, planning and organisational skills.
Why Join us?
Extra Superannuation (12% SGC plus an additional 50% of any extra super an employee contributes up to 6% of the employee's salary)
Health and wellbeing program
Up to 12 weeks parental leave
Additional leave, 3 days additional paid leave over the Christmas holidays
17% leave loading annually
Employee Assistance Program
The full Position Description is available for download in the Forms section below.
The position level will be dependent on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.




We are a values-based organisation looking for someone aligned with how we do business.
Applicants are encouraged to take a moment to review our organisational values before making an application.
Waratah-Wynyard Council is passionate about providing equal employment opportunities by valuing equity, diversity and inclusion to the benefit of all.
We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds with the right to live and work in Australia.
Waratah-Wynyard Council has a strong commitment to health and safety.
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks.
These will include reference checks, National Police History record check, and Medical Examination including drug and alcohol testing to determine that you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the role and capable of doing so, safely and without undue risk to yourself or others.
Applications for this position close at 8am on Wednesday 16 September ****, however suitable applicants may be interviewed and appointed prior to this date so we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
We reserve the right to withdraw or extend this ad at any time.




You will receive an immediate automated response in the online form and by email when your application has been successfully submitted.
If you haven't received a response, you have most likely forgotten to attach a document or missed an essential field in the online form.
Please review the form and complete the sections highlighted in red font.
Job type:
Permanent full-time position working 76 hours over a 9-day fortnight
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Statements addressing Essential Selection Criteria:
1. Relevant Trade or Cert IV in Arboriculture, Horticulture or related discipline or unqualified employees with 10+ years' experience in a related discipline.
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2. Demonstrated leadership skills/experience and commitment to work as part of a team to achieve organisational objectives and supporting colleagues in a positive manner.
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3. Solid of plant species, maintenance practices used in parks, reserves and cemeteries, and understanding of recreation facility maintenance.
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4. Demonstrated experience in operating/handling small plant and equipment.
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5. Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to respectfully engage with others.
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6. Well-developed time management and daily planning skills with the ability to work to deadlines.
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7. Medium Rigid truck licence (or willingness to obtain).
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8. Construction Induction White Card and First Aid Certificate (or the willingness to obtain).
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9. Local area knowledge.
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10. Chemical Users Certificate *
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