Coordinator City Tree Management at City of Parramatta External Careers Site

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

161317.62

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Arboriculture, Tree Assessment, Operational Planning, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Budget Management, Contract Management, Project Management, Strategic Direction, Policy Development, Revegetation, Canopy Expansion, Mentoring, Procurement, Risk Assessment

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. About the role This position will help shape the future of Parramatta’s urban forest. In this leadership role, you’ll guide the strategic direction, planning and day‑to‑day management of Council’s public trees, ensuring a greener, healthier and more sustainable city for our community. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a passionate team and make a meaningful impact across the LGA. On a daily basis you will: Lead the strategic direction for Council’s public tree management Develop, review and implement tree related strategies, policies and operational programs Oversee planting, revegetation and canopy‑expansion projects Work collaboratively across Council to achieve positive urban forest outcomes Manage complex community and stakeholder tree‑related issues Oversee budgets, funding submissions and procurement activities Provide leadership, mentoring and support to a multidisciplinary team Provide expert arboriculture advice across the organisation About You You’re a natural leader who’s passionate about creating greener, healthier places for the community. You bring deep experience in urban tree management and feel confident guiding teams, solving complex problems and working with a wide range of stakeholders. You’ll also have: Extensive experience in arboriculture, tree assessment and operational planning Proven ability to lead and support multidisciplinary teams Sound judgement in managing complex or sensitive issues Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills Strong experience in Solid project, and contract and budget management Ability to navigate political and community sensitivities with professionalism Qualifications Diploma of Arboriculture - AQF Level 5 or equivalent Qualification in Arboriculture, Horticulture or a related field NSW Drivers Licence (C Class) International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) and/or Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) (Desirable) What’s on offer We are offering an attractive remuneration from $146,512.94 to $161,317.62 plus 12% superannuation. In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements 14 weeks paid parental leave Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years Free Onsite Parking Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year) Learning and development opportunities Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) Participation in Council’s Motor Vehicle Scheme will be discussed with the successful applicant. Want to know more? Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. How to apply Candidates MUST apply online. Please attach a Cover Letter addressing how you meet the requirements on the Position Description. Applications close 9pm, Friday, 27 February 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium. This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection. The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.

Responsibilities

This leadership role involves guiding the strategic direction, planning, and daily management of Council’s public trees to ensure a greener and more sustainable urban forest. Key duties include leading strategy, developing policies, overseeing planting projects, managing complex issues, and providing team leadership and expert arboriculture advice.