Arborist Technician An opportunity exists for motivated, enthusiastic and passionate arborists to join our team!
Location: Maroochydore
Type: Permanent Full-time
Salary: $76K Total Remuneration Package ($68K Base Salary + CWA)
Closes: Sunday, 29th September 2024 11:59pm AEST
About the Role Council's Parks and Gardens Branch require two Arborist Technicians to undertake all aspects of tree work for both internal and external clients.
You will assist the Arboricultural Services Leader as a member of the Arboricultural Services Team responsible for the care, management, and operation of public open space and recreational areas.
This role has a strong safety focus with the operation of various plant, machinery, and tools. The incumbent will have a passion for environmental issues in our diverse coastal and hinterland environment.
A primary focus will entail the safe operation of a wood chipper and truck, as well as the removal and disposal of debris and green waste.
You will support and actively participate in a team approach to learning and development through upgrading technical knowledge and ongoing training on policies, practices, and procedures, including legislative requirements.
On a daily basis, you will coordinate maintenance records, including run sheets, costing details, and timesheets.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified and experienced Arborist who takes pride in their work to join the Sunshine Coast Council.
About You The successful candidate will be experienced in an arboricultural role, ideally within a local government environment.
Your comprehensive knowledge and understanding of materials, plant, and equipment used in street and neighbour park tree maintenance is essential.
You are well versed in communicating verbally and in writing, and you can work cooperatively with internal and external customers on site. Managing your time effectively is pivotal in this position, including setting and meeting priorities, deadlines, and self-organising workloads.
Various qualifications, licenses, and tickets are required for this position. Please refer to the position profile.
Physical agility and the level of fitness, strength, and dexterity to carry out laboring and frequent heavy lifting and bending are essential. Appointment to this position is subject to completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled, and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee, you will enjoy a range of benefits which include but are not limited to:
9-day fortnight to support your enjoyment of the lifestyle benefits Sunshine Coast offers. Salary Packaging 17.5% loading when taking annual leave (4 weeks entitlement per year) Development opportunities through corporate learning and development programs Study Assistance Discounted health-related memberships and other wellbeing initiatives Corporate Healthcare Generous Superannuation benefits (council contributes 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution) How to Apply Your written application should include:
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. A current resume or curriculum vitae. Once you have these two documents ready, click 'Apply Now' and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
For specific inquiries, contact Jie Wells during business hours at .
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region, we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
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