Natural Areas Tree Management Officer
An opportunity exists for a knowledgeable arboriculture professional to join an outstanding organisation on the Sunshine Coast.
Summary about this job
Horticulture
Company: Sunshine Coast Council
Location: Sunshine Coast
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $70k – $75k pa gross (plus benefits)
Phone: +61-8-2114-1957
Fax: +61-2-8148-5894
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Detail information about job Natural Areas Tree Management Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Looking to grow in your arboriculture career?
- Leave loading & generous superannuation benefit.
- Live, work, and play on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
$70k – $75k pa gross (plus benefits)
Permanent Full-time
Location: Caloundra
Reference No: 494857
Applications close: Monday 23 July 2018
About the role:
Undertake proactive and reactive risk based management reports and advice. Coordinate delivery of works through contractors and staff to ensure Natural Areas service levels are maintained. Where possible protect and enhance tree habitat values through use of innovative habitat creation. Undertake a range of projects to deliver the required outcomes within the reserve network.
About you:
Do you have extensive arboriculture experience and are looking to take your career to the next level? The Natural Areas Management Team are looking for a knowledgeable tree management officer with supervisory experience to join their operational team.
Knowledge of tree maintenance activities, along with your ability to provide expert technical arboriculture advice will be strengths of yours, as will be your ability to provide a high level of service across several delivery areas. As someone who will also be required to undertake administrative tasks, you will have well developed written and verbal communication skills, and be confident in undertaking audits using quality assurance systems.
Additionally, you will have a Certificate IV in Arboriculture or an appropriate discipline, or equivalent competency gained through structured training or experience in the arboriculture industry.
In return, you’ll be working with an outstanding organisation which strives to be our best and work as one team to deliver high standards of service excellence and a healthy, smart, and creative future.
Plus you’ll enjoy all of the lifestyle benefits the Sunshine Coast has to offer.
The Benefits:
Sunshine Coast Council invests in the economic, social, environmental liveability, and natural assets for the betterment of its community.
You will be offered a 9 day fortnight working arrangement to support your enjoyment of the lifestyle benefits Sunshine Coast has to offer.
Council will also contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution; pay you 17.5% loading when taking annual leave (4 weeks entitlement per year); support you with a range of corporate learning and development programs or desired study assistance; and will provide you with loads of discounted health related memberships and other wellbeing initiatives.
How to apply:
Click “Apply for this job” and follow prompts to complete your application. For full details regarding this position, refer to the Position Profile. Helpful information is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
For specific enquiries contact Conor Jenkins during business hours on (07) 5499 5142.