JOIN OUR TEAM AS A TREE MANAGEMENT OFFICER!

• Play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the urban and open space tree canopy.
• Engage with the community and stakeholders to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Utilise best practises in arboriculture to support a healthy and sustainable environment.
• Be part of a team that fosters continuous improvement and professional development.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled individual who is passionate about tree management and environmental sustainability. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• AQF Level 5 Diploma in Horticulture (Arboriculture) or nearing completion.
• Class C Drivers Licence and NSW WHS White Card.
• Proven experience in tree assessment and management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to use technology and systems for record-keeping and reporting.

As part of our team, you will demonstrate critical thinking, decision-making capabilities and a goal-oriented approach to your work. We value team players who are committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

ABOUT US

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.
At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Thursday 4 September 2025.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated 20 June 2025
• Package: From $91,120 - $102,059 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
• Hours of work: Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week with option of 19 day month flex time arrangement.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
  Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination),Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
  Reach out to Heidi Webb - hwebb@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
  Breanna Rivers brivers@ssc.nsw.gov.au , Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
  Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.