Arborist (senior)

at  WEL Networks

• Annual salary reviews, paid overtime and on-call allowance
• Full medical, life and income protection insurance
• Join our growing vegetation team
  Here at WEL, we are working towards changing the approach to utility arboriculture and focusing our efforts on tree health and aesthetic values.
  As a significant experienced Arborist, you will join our growing vegetation team to implement and oversee vegetation control measures that meet operational and safety objectives in a cost-effective manner as well as being hands on with the field staff.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Significant Arborist experience in the utility space
• Commitment to Health and Safety
• Formal qualifications preferred (as well as class 2, 4 or 5 driver’s licence)
• EWP experience
• Proven track record with similar responsibilities
• Demonstrated experience in the supervision of arborist-based teams

• Trim or remove vegetation/trees within our network
• Prepare, maintain and operate a range of Arborist’s tools and equipment
• Carry out preliminary site visit prior to commencement of a new job to gain insight into the scope of work and any issues that may arise
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills to encourage and motivate teams to meet set targets and objectives on a daily basis
• Be available as part of the standby roster as required
• Take ownership of jobs and ensure crews are running efficiently to maximise productivity
• Liaise with the control centre, dispatch and other operations staff, as required
• Ensure the correct maintenance and operation of company vehicles, materials and plant as required
• Liaise with other utilities / authorities if required
• Ensure the correct use of appropriate technology and tools