Address Darwin, Australia
Reference: 6535307
Full-time & permanent role
Explore a unique niche job where you play a key role in shaping Darwin's landscape!
Reporting to the Senior Coordinator Parks & Reserves at our Operations facility, this position is responsible for the delivery of arboricultural assessment and advice which involves inspection of Council Trees and report writing, customer interaction, contract management and educating various stakeholders about City of Darwin's Tree Management Plan.
The role is required to develop and implement arboricultural assessment programs, lead improvements in City of Darwin Arboricultural management practices, develop arboricultural plans and reports and recommend and oversee tree health care activities.
As a member of the team, you will be expected to lead by example and demonstrate a consistent and dedicated focus to all key result areas required by the section. Your average day will be a combination of:
Program and coordinate the day-to-day operations relating to arboricultural assessments
Manage and maintain the collection and management of tree inventory data
Liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders on arboriculture matters.
You will be required to work Monday to Friday, generally from 7.00am to 4.15pm with an occasional requirement to be available for weekend work. The position has a base salary of $80,180.75 - $90,982.14 per year plus superannuation. City of Darwin also provides generous leave entitlements such as six weeks annual leave, 15 days personal leave and a paid RDO each month.
To be considered for the role you must have:
Appointment to Level 4 or Level 5 will be based on qualifications and experience:
Level 4 (AQF3)
Certificate III in Arboriculture
Minimum 3 years' relevant work experience
Possession of High Risk Work Licence - Elevated Work Platform
General Construction Industry - White Card
Current Class C Vehicle Licence
Level 5 (AQF5)
Diploma in Arboriculture
Minimum of 5 years' equivalent industry relevant experience
Qualifications in an industry recognised tree risk methodology (e.g. QTRA, TRAQ)
Possession of High Risk Work Licence - Elevated Work Platform
General Construction Industry - White Card
Current Class C Vehicle Licence
If appointed at Level 4, completion of the Diploma in Arboriculture is expected within 3 years of employment and will be supported by Council.
For full details of the position and other desirable requirements please refer to the position description or contact Tracy Bignell 0419 946 849.
The vacancy closes at 5 pm 14 February 2024
We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.
The City of Darwin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.
As part of Council's recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment assessments, such as a Medical Assessment, National Police Check and Psychometric Assessment.
Applications Close: 14 Feb 2024
