Arborist

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.
Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade, and transport.
We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative, and honest.
Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and transformative journey in the heart of one of Australia's most culturally diverse and thriving communities? Greater Dandenong City Council is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, home to Melbourne's second-largest urban centre and a pivotal hub for manufacturing, retail, and commerce in the State, Greater Dandenong boasts exceptional character and a vibrant, multicultural population that contributes to a rich cultural tapestry.
About the Role The City of Greater Dandenong is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Arborist to join our Parks team. If you're passionate about trees, the environment, and playing a key role in protecting and enhancing Greater Dandenong's tree canopy, then this is the role for you.
Reporting to the Senior Arborist, you will provide expert advice on a range of tree matters, working to protect, grow, and diversify Council's urban forest in line with our Urban Tree Strategy Greening Our City 2018 – 2028.
Your strong interpersonal skills, customer service focus, and technical arboriculture knowledge will be key to your success in this dynamic, reactive, and fast-paced role. With an emphasis on reactive and proactive tree inspections, resident consultation, contract management and support, OHS monitoring and auditing, quality auditing, and streetscape renewals.
Key responsibilities include: Reactive and proactive tree inspections and subsequent consultation and work allocation. Monitor and administer in conjunction with Senior Arborist, programming of quality and safety audits. Regular consultation with residents applying various methods of communication including written communication, telephone, and face-to-face communication. About You To be considered for the role, you will need:
Formal qualification in Arboriculture, National accreditation - AQF level 5, or equivalent. Certificate 2 in ESIPower line Management and demonstrated knowledge of arboriculture principles and technical applications. Extensive knowledge and experience of Visual Tree Assessment, identification of potential risk including tree management principles and practices. Experience and ability to effectively manage staff and contractors' performance and workloads, with a commitment to quality services and teamwork. Demonstrated experience in current arboriculture maintenance techniques and industry best practice contract management and an understanding of relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to Electricity Safety (Electric Line Clearance) Regulations and Road Management Act and Code of Practice. Mandatory Pre-employment Requirements An employment-based Working with Children check. Be willing to undergo and complete a satisfactory criminal history check. Benefits of working with us Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.
Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop, and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.
Our benefits include:
Salary sacrifice childcare (where available). Flexible working options supported including hybrid work. Access to learning & development programs including study assistance. Reward & recognition programs. Health initiatives. Access to our support and wellbeing programs. For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.
Council is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
To apply Applicants must adequately meet the requirements of the role and fully address the selection criteria contained in the position description. To view a copy of this position description, please click on the link below.
You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical), or aptitude testing. The successful candidate will be asked to provide a current Victorian Driver's license, produce a clear Working with Children Check, and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Further information: Jack Chittenden 85711772
Greater Dandenong City Council acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Bunurong People, and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We recognise and respect their continuing connections to climate, culture, country, and waters.
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