Tree Management Officer (Proactive Inspections)

Sutherland, NSW
$91,120-102,059 per year
Permanent
Full-time

12 days ago

Join Our Team as a Tree Management Officer!

Play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the urban and open space tree canopy.
Engage with the community and stakeholders to deliver exceptional customer service.
Utilise best practises in arboriculture to support a healthy and sustainable environment.
Be part of a team that fosters continuous improvement and professional development.

Be Part of a Thriving Community at Sutherland Shire CouncilSutherland Shire Council is committed to creating a beautiful, protected, and healthy natural environment for our community. We strive for excellence in service delivery and foster a culture of collaboration and respect amongst our employees.Our team believes in the importance of sustainability and actively works towards increasing the tree canopy in our urban areas. Join us in making a positive impact in our community.Your Impact as a Tree Management OfficerThe Tree Management Officer (Proactive Inspections) is responsible for the proactive management and enhancement of Council’s urban and open space tree assets. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that tree assessments and management services are executed efficiently and effectively. The role will actively manage risks associated with trees through proactive inspection, ongoing data input, conducting audits and maintaining the tree register via the Council’s Asset Management System.Your expertise in arboriculture will guide your decision-making to maximise the environmental, social and economic benefits provided by public trees. You will also be expected to maintain high standards of customer service and fulfil other duties as directed by your Coordinator or Manager.About youWe are looking for a dedicated and skilled individual who is passionate about tree management and environmental sustainability. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

AQF Level 5 Diploma in Horticulture (Arboriculture) or nearing completion.
Class C Drivers Licence and NSW WHS White Card.
Proven experience in tree assessment and management.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to use technology and systems for record-keeping and reporting.

As part of our team, you will demonstrate critical thinking, decision-making capabilities and a goal-oriented approach to your work. We value team players who are committed to continuous improvement and professional development.Join our Team and Grow with Us!If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
Get your application in by 11.59pm: Thursday 4 September 2025.
Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated 20 June 2025
Package: From $91,120 - $102,059 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
Hours of work: Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week with option of 19 day month flex time arrangement.
To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination),Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.Reach out to Heidi Webb - for any job specific enquiries.
Breanna Rivers , Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.Click on the link to check out theCouncil is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.Apply NowPrivacy AcknowledgmentSutherland Shire Council (Council) adheres to The Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 NSW when collecting, using and storing your personal information, and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information. Council is collecting your personal information as part of the recruitment and selection process and advises your application will be hosted by an external service provider under contract by Council. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge your personal information will be hosted by Councils’ external service provider until such time as you notify otherwise. * Yes I agree to the privacy statement*Personal Details * Required field * First name*

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Are you a current employee of Sutherland Shire Council? * * Yes

Have you previously been employed by Sutherland Shire Council? * * Yes

Due to the permanent nature of the position, applicants must hold an Australian/New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency and have unlimited and unrestricted working rights.* * I AM a Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia or New Zealand

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Should you be successful you will be required to undertake a current police check and provide a valid working with children check. Do you agree to proceed? * * Yes, I agree

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Should you be successful with your application, will you be engaging in other employment (including paid or unpaid ) that is outside of Sutherland Shire Council, or in addition to existing employment with Sutherland Shire Council? If yes, please disclose details. (Note: Secondary Employment must be approved by Sutherland Shire Council's CEO prior to any offer of employment).*

As part of this recruitment process you may be required to participate in pre employment screening which may include but not limited to the following ; Functional Assessment, Reference Checking, Working with Children Check, Qualification or Work Rights Verification, skills assessments & Covid-19 Vaccination immunisation requirements. Do you understand and acknowledge this requirement?* * Yes

Are you fully vaccinated (minimum two doses) with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and can provide Council with evidence of vaccination, or an accepted certified medical contraindication? Council reserves the right to confirm the validity of medical contraindications in accordance with NSW Health Guidelines. * * Yes I am fully vaccinated

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