Love the idea of working outside, learning a trade, and being part of a great crew? As an Apprentice Arborist with Wagga Wagga City Council, you'll earn while you learn, gaining hands‐on skills and experience while completing a Certificate III in Arboriculture.
What We Will Offer
Above award rates! Commencing salary of $1,****** gross per fortnight plus superannuation (at 18 years of age or older), varying rates subject to age and experience as per award provisions
A supportive crew who will mentor you and help you grow
A nine-day fortnight PLUS three (3) hours paid study time each week
Develop confidence, communication skills, and career pathways in arboriculture and beyond
Gain transferable skills with long‐term job opportunities in a growing trade
Work that matters keeping our city green, secure and looking great
Your New Role
Learn and assist with tree planting, pruning, inspections, dismantling and removals
Operate and maintain a variety of plant and equipment (e.g. chipper, chainsaws, loaders, EWP)
Participate in toolbox talks, safety checks and complete required documentation
Deliver quality customer service and represent Council in the community
Work as part of a supportive team, building your skills, confidence and trade qualification
This Role Is Best Suited To Someone Who
Likes (or at least has a positive attitude towards) working outdoors in all weather conditions (sun, rain, heat, cold, wind.. you get the gist)
Has an interest in trees and preserving the natural environment
Is reliable, focused and able to follow instructions in a safety-first environment
Brings good communication skills and enjoys being part of a team
Is patient,



willing to learn, and will put in the study required while working
What You Will Need To Succeed
Willingness to work and study, undertaking a Certificate III in Arboriculture
Class P1, P2 or C Driver's Licence and White Card
A positive attitude and strong work ethic
In accordance with Work Health and Safety legislation, the successful applicant is required to be vaccinated for Hepatitis B and will be asked to provide evidence of this.
The Reality Check
The work is sometimes tough. It's outdoors. It can get noisy and dusty and physically demanding. You'll need to stay switched on to keep yourself and your team safe. But if you're up for the challenge, you'll come away with a nationally recognised qualification, loads of transferable skills, a trade that's always in demand and offers plenty of career opportunities.
What is next?
Applications close
Sunday, 15 November ****
at *****pm AEST.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact
Roland Ridley, Team Leader Parks Operations (Tree Maintenance) on ************.
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with the requirements of the position.
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
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