Tree Compliance Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Tree Compliance Officer to join our team at Willoughby City Council! 

About us 

When you join Willoughby City Council you join a close-knit team with a big impact. We are dynamic, diverse and future-focused. We value team players who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. We serve the community and make it our job to make people’s lives better. It’s all in a day’s work. 

You’ll have the freedom to grow in your career alongside likeminded people who will support you every step of the way. You’ll be part of our transformation as a Council and shape the future for the residents of Willoughby. And you’ll do it all from a thriving hub in Sydney, in the culturally-rich area we are so proud to call home. 

About you 

You’re looking for a role with purpose, one where you can make a meaningful difference. You have so much to offer. And we can see that. You want to make a difference, to add value and to enhance the lives of real people. You’ll get that – and more- at Willoughby City Council. 

We’re small enough to feel like a family but big enough to offer diverse opportunities and work environments. As a tightknit team, we take an active interest in your development. More than that, we lay it all on the table to teach you everything we know. 

At the end of the day, you’ll know that you are making a difference. The work you do is valued, both within Council and by the community. Making a tangible meaningful contribution is what you’ve been searching for. And you’ve found it at Willoughby City Council.

About the role 

This role provides the opportunity to achieve the best tree management outcomes to protect and where possible extend Willoughby’s urban forest, to improve the quality of the cities trees and maximise the environment, social, and economic value provided by the urban forest to the community. You will efficiently and effectively undertake inspections, investigations and enforcement action on behalf of Council regarding the removal, pruning or damage of trees. You will work with staff across Council towards achieving full compliance with tree related conditions of development consent on private or Council land and other relevant regulatory processes and programs. There is also a potential leaseback vehicle option. 

Requirements 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or extensive related experience  
• Current NSW Class C Drivers Licence  
• Demonstrated experience in undertaking investigations and evidence gathering  
• Ability to understand and interpret legislation for practical enforcement purposes including the NSW legislation for tree and vegetation control and management and the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to produce comprehensive and reliable reports  
• Sound conflict resolution, customer relations and mediation skills  
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to manage a number of tasks simultaneously 

How to apply 

Apply now to join us at Willoughby City Council where you can add value and be valued for the meaningful work you do. 

When you work at Willoughby Council, you will work with a diverse group of like-minded people who have people and the community at the forefront in everything we do. Check out our employee benefits on our careers page to see: 

• Where you can look after yourself and your loved ones  
• Where you can enhance your wellbeing 
• Where you can grow, develop and be part of a team 

https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers

Enquiries: Richard Goulston – Compliance Team Leader – +61 2 9777 1042

Applications must address all of the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description. 

Please note being fully vaccinated for Covid-19 is a requirement prior to commencement of employment with Willoughby City Council, except where a medical contraindication certificate is provided. 

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks. 

Applications close: 11.30 pm, Sunday 05/05/2024 

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.