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