Ku-ring-gai Council

Tree Worker/Plant Operator

Tree Worker/Plant Operator

• Salary $65,811.17 - $76,341.17 p/a + super
• Permanent full-time role – 38 hours per week  - 9 day fortnight
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

Reporting to the Streetscape Supervisor, tasks will include but are not limited to, undertaking all aspects of tree maintenance including low risk climbing using rope and harness.

The safe use and operation of small plant and machinery, involving driving MR trucks and the operation of a Woodchipper and Stumpgrinder.

Required experience & skills:

• Certificate II in Arboriculture or a willingness to undertake training to obtain
• Experience in the use of Arboricultural equipment
• Comprehensive knowledge of tree pruning and removal techniques and equipment
• First Aid, Traffic Control, Level 1 Chainsaw Operation certificates and MR licence – or a willingness to undertake training to obtain.

Benefits:

• 38 hour working week/ 9 day fortnight
• Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Supportive team environment
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location

How to apply:

For more information, please refer to the Position Description .

Attach your resume and address the three compulsory questions outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Recommendation: prepare your answers to the compulsory questions on a word document first.

Like to know more? Please contact Andrew Lee on 9424 0689

Closes: 11:30pm, Monday 6 May 2024

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer