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Join the City of Moreton Bay as a Technical Arborist, where you'll bring your arboriculture expertise to support the effective management of Council’s tree assets. In this dynamic role, you’ll contribute to the health, safety and sustainability of our trees around the region through a range of technical and advisory responsibilities, including:

• providing arboricultural site supervision on construction projects and contributing to development assessment and infrastructure planning to ensure appropriate tree protection and management outcomes
• conducting independent tree inspections and risk assessments, and preparing reports and recommendations aligned with Council policies, legislation and industry standards
• capturing, maintaining and updating Council’s tree asset database to ensure reliable data for informed decision making
• offering expert advice on arboriculture matters to internal teams, contractors, and the community, escalating complex or strategic issues as needed
• supporting the delivery of proactive and reactive tree maintenance programs, and contributing to the development and review of tree related policies, procedures and technical standards
• assisting with tree planting programs, species selection and monitoring of tree health and establishment
• taking on leadership responsibilities by supervising the tree inspections team and other staff, leading toolbox talks and information sessions, managing work allocation as required and fostering collaboration
• staying current with legal and statutory requirements relevant to arboriculture, monitoring compliance and recommending policy improvements

Be part of a team that values expertise, innovation and the vital role trees play in shaping a sustainable and liveable city.

 Click here for the Position Description - please note this position is internally titled "Senior Technical Arborist" 

About you

You’re a qualified arborist with a solid foundation in tree physiology, pest and disease identification and best practice arboriculture techniques. You’ll ideally have demonstrated experience in tree inspections, risk assessments and health monitoring, and you’re confident in your expertise to contribute meaningfully to technical reports and provide sound advice on arboricultural matters.

You’re comfortable using technology, open to learning new software programs and bring experience using digital tools and systems in previous roles. You’re organised, self motivated and capable of managing changing priorities while maintaining high standards in your work.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• A Diploma in Arboriculture
• A Construction Induction Card (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
• A current C Class Driver’s Licence

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Depots have free local parking on site making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.

City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to our Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.