AddressHere at CBCityThe City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. We are an Award-Winning Council that is regarded as Leader in the Sector including the most innovative company for 2021 and most progressive Council in 2022.
The RoleThe Tree management Officer will Process Tree Management Order applications i.e. carry out inspections, provide expert advice to resident, draft Tree Preservation Order Permits and Liaise with Council in relation to breaches of Council’s Tree Management
Order including the collection and recording of evidence as required You will also assist the Team Leader Open Space Services in ensuring street, parks and council property trees are maintained in accordance with budgets, service agreements, rosters and programs
*This opportunity will be offered on a Permanent full-time basis
Duties will include but not be limited to:
- Undertake the inspection of Council’s Public Tree Assets as required to determine their health, condition, and maintenance requirements Investigate accidents or damage reported involving or caused by street, park or Council property trees and provide detailed reports as required
- Maintain and update information on Council’s Tree Asset Register as necessary
- Provide assistance and expert advice to the community, staff and Council, particularly in relation to Tree Management issues
- Undertake risk and hazard assessments of all areas under the position holder's control and where necessary take corrective action
- Maintain information on the status of all projects under the position holder’s control
- Ensure all work are completed within timeframes and budget
- Provide recommendations for the management of Council’s Public Tree Assets
*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.
You will have:
- Relevant Tertiary qualifications in arboriculture or a similar relevant field.
- Experience in Tree Management or a similar field (2 years plus)
- Experience in contract management & supervision particularly in the field of Tree Management.
- Ability to undertake visual tree assessments, interpret information and provide relevant advice regarding short, medium and long term options for management of trees
- High level customer service skills
- Report writing skills particularly in the field of Tree Management Skills & experience necessary to fulfil the role, responsibilities, duties and competency requirements of the position
- Class C Driver’s Licence.
The salary range for this opportunity commences at $87,786 (Grade G, Step 1) + $12,328.77 Car Allowance + 11% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience
Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.
What’s on offer
- An Attractive Remuneration Package.
- Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
- Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
- Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
- An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
For more information, please contact Wayne Bromfield (Team Leader Open Space Services) at ***************@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:
- Resume; and
- Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.
Applications close on Friday, 5 April 2024.
CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
