Urban Forest Officer

• Health and Wellbeing program
• Access to Fitness Passport 
• 9-day fortnight 
• Superannuation co-contribution options for eligible employees
• 17.5% leave loading (EA staff)

The City of Fremantle provides an eclectic mix of services, facilities and events to local residents, businesses and visitors. We are committed to employing caring, competent, adaptable and responsive, professional individuals who are excited about making Fremantle a welcoming city for all. We aim to do this through our culture, whereby we take ownership, bring creativity and innovative thinking, collaborate to create better outcomes, and celebrate our collective success. 

The City of Fremantle is currently seeking to appoint a suitably experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Urban Forest Officer to join our Urban Forest Service Team. You will be a passionate team player that has a genuine interest in caring for and growing the City’s Trees.

• Assist in the effective implementation of street and reserve tree planting and maintenance programs.
• Provide a high standard of courteous and efficient service to internal and external customers and stakeholders.

To be considered for this position, you will need:

• Demonstrated experience in arboriculture, horticulture or other relevant discipline.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, mobile field technology and to manage task specific information and technology systems.
• Ability to operate as an effective and productive team member.
• A current WA ‘C’ class driver’s licence.
• White card

The City of Fremantle promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people.  The City encourages people of all ages, genders, and abilities, Aboriginal Australians and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.

If you have any access needs that may require reasonable adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please get in touch with the contact below.  If you are an Aboriginal person or a person with a Disability who would like assistance with your application, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on 136464.

Application Instructions:

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Applicants should provide a current curriculum vitae and a two-page (maximum) cover letter in .pdf format.  You do not need to address the selection criteria. Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position.  The estimated closure date is 3pm 9th July 2024 but we reserve the right to close the ad prior to this date.

To discuss this opportunity in more detail please contact Jeremy Thomas on 0438 746 ***.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.