Planting / Maintenance Crew Member

Planting / Maintenance Crew Member

The core function of this role is to work alongside our tree-planting crews contributing to the benefits of an increased canopy cover within the urban environment. Key roles include Tree Planting, implementation of fertilisation programs, formative pruning, and juvenile tree maintenance. Ensure operational programs are being conducted to the highest possible standard and in accordance with industry best practices, Australian Standards and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

For this role, you will:            

• Have a positive attitude, with good people skills and a genuine passion for arboriculture, trees, and the environment. 
• Be tasked to plant trees in allocated streets of the council areas. 
• Be physically fit for manual work.
• Be able to follow directions and guidance.
• Be required to pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.
• Participate in other special projects such as community events.

What’s in it for you?

• Working for a company as a leader within the Arboriculture industry
• Opportunity for growth within the business
• Full training provided
• Overtime available

Roles may be casual or permanent providing the right fit depending on your lifestyle.

At Treescape we are committed to supporting positively diverse and including workforces that value all backgrounds and experiences.  

We encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, people from a culturally or linguistically diverse background, people of all gender identities and people living with a disability.

What’s in it for you

• Good working hours and conditions
• A key focus on safe working conditions
• The best equipment and training in the industry
• A great team and supportive management

Successful candidates must have: 

• Australian Drivers Licence
• Holders of an MR category licence will be eligible for higher starting hourly rates
• Horticulture or Parks and Gardens qualifications and background highly regarded.
• White card

Applications must contain a current resume and cover letter outlining your experience in these roles.