Senior Arborist Tree Management

Permanent Full-time Opportunity 
35-hour work week (Variable Day Off)
Leaseback Vehicle Available!
Salary Ranging from $84,038.76 - $97,666.40 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation (Depending on Experience and Qualifications)

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire Council is the Local Government Authority (LGA) for the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales. We are a thriving regional centre located midway between Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong and is a recognised place of arts, culture and style for our visitors and our community. A great place to explore the abundance of outdoor activities or to raise a family with a range of excellent health and educational options for all ages. It’s the place to be!

Our Values of R E S P E C T - Resilience Empathy Sustainability Pride Efficiency Courage and Teamwork drive the way we work.

The Opportunity

The Senior Arborist will focus on providing technical expertise to drive private and public tree management, including providing advice for community consultation, assessment of development applications, contractor management and asset management systems. The position will be accountable for upholding Council’s Statutory obligations and Planning Instrument responsibilities for tree and vegetation management and will ensure orderly and pragmatic management of the trees and vegetation throughout the shire.

A high level of community contact and internal stakeholder liaison is required to ensure the best tree management outcomes are achieved, and to improve the quantity and quality of our urban forest and the numerous benefits they provide the community.

Essential Criteria

1. Diploma of Arboriculture (AQF Level 5) combined with relevant industry experience and possess up to date Qualifications in TRAQ Assessment.
2. Substantial experience in Visual Tree Assessment, Tree Hazard Evaluation, and associated reporting with demonstrated knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, SafeWork NSW Codes of Practice, and experience in their practical application in relation to the tree industry and compliance with Councils Safe Systems of Work.
3. Experience in managing projects, tenders, and contractors to meet financial commitments and constraints.
4. Possess strong negotiation and mediation skills in an environment with a diverse range of complex customer enquiries.
5. Demonstrated Local Government Experience including knowledge of the Land and Environment Court process involving carriage of matters on behalf of Council for prosecuting and/or defence as an expert witness.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Regulation, with proven comprehensive experience in the assessment of tree and vegetation applications utilising adopted guidelines under Council’s adopted planning instruments.
7. Demonstrated high level experience in the use of Electronic Document Management systems, computer based Geographic Information Systems, Customer Request Management Systems and Asset Management Systems.
8. Hold a C Class drivers' licence and WHS Induction card.
9. Be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical prior to commencement

Benefits

• Attractive Salary Remuneration + 11.5% Superannuation per year
• Rostered Days off every fortnight or Variable Days Off every 4 weeks
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Working from Home Opportunities
• Four weeks annual, three weeks sick leave and two Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
• Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
• Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
• Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup
• Leaseback Vehicle Option Available

How to Apply

For further information about the position or the application process, please contact Michelle Bulloch, Coordinator Open Spaces and Buildings on 0435 962 184. To apply, please ensure to submit the following documents:

• Resume: Provide your current resume, detailing your professional experience and qualifications.
• Statement of Claims: Address the essential criteria mentioned in the job description in a statement of claims format.
• Please Upload: Additional Tickets, Qualifications and Certificates relevant to the role.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applications are to be received by 11pm Tuesday 10 December 2024.