Inner West Council

Arborist Traineeship

About Inner West Council

Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney’s larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.

The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values ofIntegrity,Respect,Innovation,CompassionandCollaborationare at the centre of everything that we do.

Inner West Councilis hosting traineeships with GTOAbility Advocates Australiato recruit trainees within multiple areas of Council core business as part of the Inclusive Traineeship Program 2026.
This is a paid, 12-month traineeship, designed for people with disability who are looking to start or restart their career in a structured, supportive environment.

Applicant Criteria

• People with disability aged 18 years and over
• Individuals eligible for traineeships under relevant training and employment frameworks
• Jobseekers residing within or able to access Inner West Sydney locations

What is the Arborist traineeship

This is a 12 month supported program you will receive continuous assistance throughout the journey.
There will be on the job training and formal training and assessment completing a Certificate II in Arboriculture AHC20520
You will work towards achieving the competencies outlined in a training plan, complete assigned training and assessments, and maintain a training record whilst working in the role.

For more information about traineeships go toApprentice Support Australia

About the role

• Provide arboriculture services to satisfy Council objectives and plan and organise work to ensure completion to appropriate standards. This will include but not be limited to planting, plant and tree maintenance, pruning, felling, transplanting, stump management and structural support, and the operation of equipment.
• Plan and interpret instructions provided by your Supervisor to ensure tasks are completed effectively.
• Functions will include tree planting, and maintenance including climbing, cutting, lopping and pruning to Australian and industry standards
• Commit to Workplace Health, Safety, and Environmental Systems, adhering to council policies and guidelines.

Please read thePosition Descriptionto familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role.

Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications

1. Willingness and interest in attaining a Certificate III in Arboriculture ( AHC20520)
2. Minimum School Certificate or equivalent with good academic results
3. General knowledge of arboriculture
4. Commitment to undertake and complete all required tasks
5. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
6. Ability to communicate effectively to the public, co-workers and management.
7. Current C Class Driver’s Licence

HOW TO APPLY

Please note this recruitment is being managed by Ability Advocates - all enquiries and applications must be submitted to Ability Advocates directly at theircareer page

Enquiries

Please contact Ian Gatt Inclusive Pathways and Industry Partnerships Specialist Ability Advocates Australia 1300 028 928 OR 02 8550 5222[email protected]

Closing Date

Sunday 3 May 2026, 11:30PM

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