About the role
In this role, you will provide arboricultural expertise across capital and public-realm projects, ensuring the protection and effective management of trees from planning through to delivery.  You will lead compliance with Council policies, and best-practice standards, while undertaking Electrical Line Clearance inspections in accordance with Council requirements.

Work type: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Band 6 Commencing at $95,760 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Apply contemporary arboricultural theory, practices and maintenance techniques in line with relevant legislation, industry standards and best‑practice guidelines.
• Provide high‑quality customer service, professional arboricultural advice, and clear written reports to internal and external stakeholders to support best‑practice management of Council‑owned and managed trees.
• Ensure arboricultural activities comply with key standards and regulations, including the Electricity Safety (Electric Line Clearance) Regulations, AS 4373–2007 Pruning of Amenity Trees, AS 4970–2025 Protection of Trees on Development Sites, and AS 2303–2018 Tree Stock for Landscape Use.
• Train and actively support others in the team by sharing knowledge to achieve common development goals.  
• Prepare high‑quality external correspondence that is clear, professional and aligned with organisational standards.
• Utilise Council’s geo‑spatial systems effectively and maintain accurate and up‑to‑date information within the Council’s tree asset database.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will hold a Diploma of Arboriculture with substantial professional experience in the field, and a UET20321 Certificate II in Powerline Vegetation Control (Assessor).

Essential Experience

• Demonstrated professional experience in arboriculture, particularly in managing trees within capital works or infrastructure projects.
• Proven application of Australian Standards including AS 4970 – Protection of Trees on Development Sites and AS 4373 – Pruning of Amenity Trees.
• Experience undertaking tree inspections, risk assessments and vegetation management in proximity to powerlines in accordance with the Electricity Safety (Electric Line Clearance) Regulations.
• Strong arboricultural report writing skills and ability to provide clear technical advice to stakeholders.
• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and contractors to achieve compliant project outcomes.
• Proficiency in GIS and Microsoft Office systems to manage tree asset data and reporting.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Current Working with Children Check (employee).
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

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Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

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From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

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Enquiries: Rob Hill | Arboricultural Operations Leader | Rob.Hill@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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