As a Tree Labourer with a Medium Rigid (MR) licence , you'll be an integral part of the dynamic Open Space teams operating in Melbourne. Our client is a company with clear purpose and mission, shaping liveable cities by delivering the full scope of open space, civil infrastructure and environmental services to government and private enterprise.

Their service is delivered by a highly professional team of experienced and passionate staff committed to ensuring every job is completed to the highest standard with safety at the forefront at all times.

We have immediate requirements for Experienced Tree Workers/MR Tree Labourers and Tree Planters/Waterers in a casual capacity (fulltime hours) with a view to permanency.

These positions require you to work within a highly experienced Arboriculture team, undertaking programmed maintenance and tree management or Tree planting & Watering based at their Kilsyth, Hallam, Port Melbourne and Moorabbin depots.

Core responsibilities (role dependant)

• Perform tree maintenance/removal using both hand tools and chainsaws.
• Pruning trees from both the ground and aerially (using an EWP if licenced).
• MR Truck driving
• Tree Watering
• Tree Planting
• Groundwork maintenance-Stump grinding, weed management, mulching etc
• Chipper Operation
• Chainsaw maintenance and pre-operational checks of all equipment

Skills and experience

• MR/HR licence, highly desirable
• Arboriculture Qualifications highly desirable but not essential as full training can be provided
• Chainsaw licence- highly regarded
• A desire to work in the outdoors
• Excellent physical fitness and stamina to handle the physical demands of the role
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt
• Strong commitment to following all health and safety protocols and procedures
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence

What’s on offer

• $32.38 - $38.00 per hour- Role/experience dependant
• Working in the great outdoors in high profile open spaces
• Latest plant and equipment
• Job security
• Temp to perm opportunities
• Attractive working hours 6:30-2:36
• A workplace that focuses on safety first

We are an equal opportunities employer, we strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds including the culturally diverse.

Please note, only successful applications will be contacted, during the hours of 8:00am- 8:00pm.

A full drivers licence and good driving record is essential. Driver Demerit check, Police check and drug & alcohol testing are all pre-employment requirements for working or this client.