Arborist Trainee

About AGA:
For more than 40 years AGA has delivered a wide range of employment and training solutions to our industry partners. As a group training organisation, registered training organisation and apprenticeship network provider AGA works across many industries and vocations as a specialist provider of apprenticeship and traineeship services.
About the role:
AGA are currently seeking a Full Time Arborist Trainee for an excellent company located in North Melbourne. This role is a 4 year apprenticeship, 38 hours a week.
As part of your Traineeship with AGA you will be required to complete training with a registered training organisation (RTO). AGA will arrange all training requirements and work closely with you to ensure you are progressing in line with your training plan.
Our organisation is focused on providing support and mentoring to the successful apprentice as well as providing on the job training for 24 months. The benefits of joining with AGA provides are great way in obtaining a nationally credited recognised qualification and a career pathway for your future. We have additional benefits that may be of interest to you such as:

• Earn and learn in your own pace
• On the job training provided
• Gain a Nationally recognised qualification: Certificate III in Arboriculture
• Mentoring and Support from our dedicated team
• Earn a weekly wage plus super

A Trainee Arborist's responsibilities will involve but not limited to:

• Driving Truck to site and site setup and managing the site.
• Understanding instructions and having the ability to work independently.
• Work with ground crews to ensure good communication between the crew.
• Function as a member of a team and maintain a high standard of work.
• Operate and Maintain chainsaws, trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and other equipment as needed on job-site.
• High emphasis on safety for yourself, clients and their property.
• High personal standards

Requirements:

• Drivers license required
• Working with children check
• Personal vehicle is required to be able to commute to and from job sites
• Genuine interest and motivation to learn the trade
• Pre-Apprenticeship and/or relevant work experience desirable
• Must be Australian Citizen or resident

This position is located in North Melbourne, Victoria.
Certain eligibility requirements do apply in relation to prior qualifications
How to Apply:

• Click 'Apply Now'
• Ensure an up to date resume is uploaded to your account.

AGA is an equal opportunity employer.