AQF5 - Supervisor - City of Sydney

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Take your career to new heights

Australia’s leading tree management company Active Tree Services is growing and we are looking for a highly skilled dedicated and diploma qualified Arborist to undertake a Supervisor role overseeing our teams in the field in the beautiful City of Sydney area.

If you have management and leadership skills, a passion for the great outdoors, an innate ability to problem solve then Active Tree Services is looking for you.

This is a rare and coveted opportunity to work at a middle-management level with Active Tree Services. A company renowned for its innovation, safety and 'One Team' philosophy that is firmly established as an industry leader in tree and vegetation management.

We pride ourselves on our people, our safety record, our lengthy history and the opportunities we offer to members of our valued team. We have an outstanding record of developing our people into better leaders and offer ongoing training opportunities.

The role

This is a role for a leader who is equally committed to safety, workplace morale and achieving results.

You will be responsible for planning, delegating and coordinating the smooth and effective day to day operation of the Active Tree Services team and provide support, communication and employee development.

The role provides the scope to work on projects that shape the city and the chance to make a lasting impact in the iconic parks of Sydney in an industry-leading company.

You will be a team player and a people-person who takes challenges in their stride. This is a position that offers industry and employment security. The role is full-time, with career advancement opportunities available.

The successful candidate will be able to respond to emergency, out of hours, call outs and will be sufficiently remunerated for this.

The role would suit an Arborist who is looking to get off ‘the tools’ and lean towards a career in tree inspection and management.

Our customer is keen to partner in research projects, educational workshops and events and values a respectful and efficient professional relationship. So, if you want to experience Arboricultural Best Practice, be involved with the latest thinking and work with interesting and enthusiastic people, this role will be both fulfilling and challenging.

Who are we looking for?

• People with Arboriculture experience.
• People who have good presentation, negotiation and evaluation skills.
• People with the ability to manage teams, multiple tasks and clientele.
• People who enjoy working in the outdoors and environment.
• People with a commitment to a safe work culture.
• Able to assess and specify Arboricultural services in Sydney’s Parks, Council Properties and Streetscapes
• Someone who can carry out tree risk assessments for individual trees and groups
• Someone who can solve technical problems directly related to Arboriculture
• Able to work with our clients to prioritise risk-related tree works and offer advice
• Able to assist with the development and implementation of tree management inspection processes
• People capable of advising onsite contractors who undertake essential tree maintenance work
• People with exceptional customer service and the ability to form relationships with crew, management, customers and clients.
• People with an eye for detail and the ability to problem solve.
• People who want to commit to a company that provides a long-term, stable future with the opportunity for growth.
• People who are keen to increase their knowledge and their skills
• People with strong leadership qualities.

Minimum requirements?

• AQF5 Diploma in Arboriculture (Consideration will be given to enrolled candidates)
• Unrestricted MR License
• Industry experience in Horticulture or Arboriculture
• Tree Risk Assessment Qualification TRAQ (non-essential)
• Well-developed tree identification skills and tree health assessment skills
• Highly effective communicator
• Ability to organise, plan and delegate
• Proven ability to train and mentor staff
• Ability to see potential issues and be proactive in decisions
• Dedication, dependability and Honesty
• Person who takes pride in their work

Remuneration:

• $80,000 to $90,000 per annum (experience dependent) plus vehicle.
• Overtime paid at penalty rates, and generously rewarded for call out work.
• Access to the supervisor discretionary bonus scheme.
• Company phone, laptop and iPad.
• Continuous Professional Development available including discretionary access to events like the Arboricultural Association Conference and TreeNet.

Why Active?

Industry leader - Since 1975 we have been the nation’s industry leading tree management company and our success is built on our people, our safety, and our innovation.

Exceptional safety - Our safety is exceptional, our culture is about mutual respect at all levels, our focus is to give our frontline workers every opportunity to work safely and productively.

Latest equipment - We utilise the latest equipment, industry recognised inventions and have world leading technology software to ensure efficiency on the job.

To find out more visit http://www.activetreeservices.com.au/employee-stories/ and see who works with Active and why they like it.

How to Apply

Click on the "Apply Now" button quoting Job Ref:.JO477.

Please note: all shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a full pre-employment medical including audio testing and drug and alcohol screening.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.