Urban Tree & Landscape Officer

Camden Council

  • Oran Park, NSW
  • $91,272-104,567 per year
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Urban Tree & Landscape OfficerSALARY: $91,272 - $104,567 per annum + Super + LeasebackWork Type: Temporary Full Time up to 30 June 2026Location: Oran Park Administration Building - 70 Central Avenue, Oran Park 2570Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community.We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate specialist to be part of the team working to deliver a healthy urban forest in Camden. The role encompasses the management and maintenance of both public and private trees while working towards building and enhancing canopy cover.To be successful you will need appropriate qualifications and proven experience in reviewing and responding to customer requests and reviewing development and tree permit applications while maintaining a strong customer focus.Don't miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.What We OfferWe are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!Essential:
  • Tertiary qualifications in Arboriculture (minimum Certificate V) and Horticulture with demonstrated experience working in a similar role.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret vegetation assessments, landscape plans and other plans associated with development applications.
  • Experience in the assessment and processing of Tree Permits and development application referrals.
  • Broad Understanding of relevant tree and vegetation project legislation eg. Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and State Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021.
  • Project management skills, including organisation and time management.
  • High level of written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in actioning customer requests and preparing customer responses and work orders.
Desirable:
  • Experience in capturing and programming tasks and requests for planned works in an online system.
  • Understanding of local government procedures and statutory requirements.
  • Experience with Asset Management Software.
  • Experience in using GIS.
Further Information: Tom Britton - Coordinator Urban Forest Services - 4654 7870Closing Date for above position: 15/09/2025Position Description: For full position description details

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