Permanant full time | 38 hours per week | 9-day fortnight

Salary: $88,035 – $93,424 p.a. + inc allowance + 12% Super
Vehicle: Leaseback Vehicle with full Private Use

Join our team as an experienced and qualified Tree Inspector and help support the sustainable management of Council's tree assets for the benefit of our community. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your arboriculture expertise in a role that offers variety, autonomy and the chance to make a positive impact across our local government area.

- Undertake tree inspections and assess risk ratings across our local government area
- Provide expert advice and recommendations on tree health and risks in line with legislation, and industry standards
- Plan, prioritise and coordinate tree maintenance works, providing detailed work instructions to staff and contractors
- Liaise with customers and internal teams to manage tree related requests
- Maintain accurate reports, records and manage work orders and inspections
- Assist with emergency tree works and occasionally undertake minor operational tree maintenance tasks when required

To be successful, you will have:

- Diploma of Arboriculture (AQF Level 5) or be currently working towards completion of the qualification
- Experience in arboriculture, tree inspections, risk assessments and developing arboricultural management recommendations
- Sound knowledge of tree maintenance, including pruning, tree removal, planting and pest and disease management
- Strong communication skills to provide clear and professional advice to staff and contractors
- Experience using technology to coordinate works and preparing arboricultural reports
- The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and contribute positively within a team environment

Why join us:

- Permanent full-time,



38 hours per week with a 9-day fortnight
- Commencing salary range from $88,035 - $93,424 per annum (based on qualifications, skills and experience) with further annual step progression
- Plus 12% superannuation and Adverse Working Conditions Allowance - Level 1
- Plus a fully maintained vehicle for private use (current after-tax cost of $105 per week)
- Plus benefits including novated leasing, retail discounts, corporate fitness programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support & Learning & Development opportunities
- Plus Annual Award Increases & Bi-annual bonus payments & weekly pay run
- Plus a range of local government benefits, including LSL after 5 years, one week 'My Leave', health & wellbeing initiatives as well as generous parental leave entitlements.
- A modern, purpose-built depot workplace designed to support collaboration and efficiency.

Please note: You will need to complete a Pre-placement Medical Assessment as part of this recruitment.

For further information about the position, click here for the position description.

Contact: Josh Perry, Team Coordinator, Tree Management, on 0417 569 ***.
Closing date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026 at 11:30 pm.

Apply now by completing the application online. Your Resume and qualifications can be attached. When you have submitted your application, an email confirmation will be sent to your nominated email address.

For further information about the selection process, including tips on how to address the selection criteria, please view our Guide to Applying.

Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply. Our values, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability underpin all we do.

📌 Tree Inspector (New South Wales)
🏢 Important Company of the Sector
📍 New South Wales