The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a Local Government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community.

2 x Skilled General Hand – Urban Forest (1 x Tree Pruner/1 x Water Truck Operator)

- Salary: $73,145 per annum

- Plus up to 15% superannuation (conditions apply)

- Full time Permanent opportunity

- 9-day fortnight | Super Matching Options | Free Skin cancer screening

- Ref No: 26-110

Do you enjoy working outdoors, taking pride in caring for trees, and making a visible difference in your community? The City of Joondalup is looking for two enthusiastic and motivated people to join our Parks and Natural Setting Team and help maintain one of the City's most valuable environmental assets, our Urban Forest.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team responsible for the care, maintenance and growth of the City's tree canopy. Every day brings variety, with work ranging from tree planting and establishment through to pruning, removals, and aerial tree operations.

In this hands-on position, you will operate a range of specialised plant and equipment to undertake both ground-based and aerial arboriculture activities, including:

- Tree pruning and canopy maintenance

- Tree removals

- Tree planting and establishment

- Watering and general tree maintenance

- Operating arboriculture equipment and machinery

- Contributing to the long-term health and sustainability of the City's Urban Forest

What's In It For You?

- Super matching up to 15%

- Free skin cancer screening

- Salary packaging

- Novated leasing





- Professional development opportunities

- Work life balance

- Free on-site parking

- An active social club with regular events

We’re looking for at least two years of experience in arboriculture and tree care with the following tickets and qualifications:

- WA MR Class Drivers Licence

- Construction Safety Induction Card (White Card)

- Chainsaw Operators Certificate

If you’re passionate about what you do and keen to grow your career, this could be a great fit. The City of Joondalup is committed to supporting the right person in gaining the certificates and qualifications needed for the role.

Desirable or willing to obtain:

- EWP Operators Certificate

- Current RIIHAN307E - HIAB Crane Certificate

- Basic Traffic Management Certificates

- Current First Aid Certificate including CPR

If you are interested, we would like to hear from you. Further information can be obtained by calling Colin Crockett, Coordinator Urban Forest on 9400 4141.

To apply, please click on the "Apply" button above, and submit your resume and a covering letter online, addressing your knowledge and experience relevant to the role. Applications close at 11.55pm on Monday 9 November 2026.

The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The City encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

CRAIG LLOYD

Chief Executive Officer

Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify applicants.

📌 Skilled General Hand - Urban Forest (Tree Pruner and Water Truck) (Joondalup)
🏢 City of Joondalup
📍 Joondalup