Permanent 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

Are you passionate about trees and the environment and enjoy working outdoors?

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.

As a Tree Inspector, You Will

- 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 contracts to deliver quality outcomes
- 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 Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region,



is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 86,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It's an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment. We pride ourselves on being a hig performing and sustainable organisation in an award-winning, progressive council with a strong values-led culture that supports rewarding career opportunities and a healthy work/life balance.

- 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 perks 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 environment 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 569 769.

Closing date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026 at 11:30pm.

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Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people.

Aboriginal Torres Strait

Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

At Shellharbour City Council we promote respect at work as a fundamental right for all and strive to create a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. This commitment extends to the promotion of the rights of all children and young people to be safe from harm when interacting with our services and spaces. Our values, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability underpin all we do.

Your decision to apply for a role at Shellharbour City Council is the first step in acknowledging your alignment to our values and aspirations to create a great workplace.

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