Peak Arbor Services are seeking experienced arborists to join their ever growing and experienced team in maintaining vegetation around powerlines between Queanbeyan and Bathurst regions. We have a casual position available with the opportunity to turn into a full time position for the right candidate.
$37-$42 per hour based on experience and tickets held.
About the role:
Your role will primarily be trimming trees from an EWP (elevated work platform) and ground based work.
You will be working around powerlines to maintain vegetation safety clearances on the Essential Energy network.
Duties will include:
Perform safe operation of an EWP
Safety observing and trimming trees in accordance with Electrical Safety Rules (ESR)
Complete ground based tasks using a pole-saw and other equipment
Clean up work sites and make them safe after work has been completed
Conduct daily vehicle, equipment and hazard assessment checks
Follow company procedures, safe work method statements and site requirements
Requirements:
Certificate in Arboriculture preferred
Valid EWP above 11 metres
Traffic control ticket, preferred but not essential
White card, mandatory
Valid mr/hr truck license, preferred
Chainsaw ticket, mandatory
ESI/powerline ticket, preferred
Ideal candidate will have:
Physically fit and a strong work ethic
Be a team player and work well in a team workplace
Able to work at heights in all weather conditions
Understanding of safe work standards
Ability to liaise with clients
Be able to work away from home on a rotating roster
What we offer:
All required personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools supplied
Above award wages
Living away allowance
A supportive, professional and safe focused working environment
If you are an experienced vegetation worker who values quality work, safety and teamwork we would love to hear from you.
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