Group: Open Space
Location: Cleary's Gates
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification: Municipal Trade Level 1 (qualified) / Municipal Employee Level 4 (pre-qualified)
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $72,648 per annum (qualified) / $68,098 to $69,884 pa (pre-qualified) + 13.5% superannuation.

About the role

As part of your role, you’ll collaborate with the broader team responsible for caring for the City’s tree population. This includes risk management and strict adherence to council policies, procedures, and Work Health and Safety regulations. A deep understanding of the environmental impact and historical importance of trees within the Council area is crucial.

Role accountabilities include:

• You will be operating different types of machinery and equipment.
• This role involves assisting with site and traffic management to uphold site safety standards.
• You maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to asset management.
• Be mindful of the environmental impact and historical significance of trees within the City of Hobart's Council area.
• Your responsibilities include removing tree and garden waste, which includes tasks like pruning and bracing trees to maintain tree health and stability.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Arborist Position Description

Qualification Pathway

The City of Hobart requires Arborists to hold a Certificate III in Arboriculture. However, we recognise the diverse skills and experience that are valuable in this field and offer a supported pathway for suitable candidates to become qualified.

Successful candidates who are willing to work towards obtaining the Certificate III will receive support from the City, including:

• paid employment as a Pre-Qualified Arborist,
• study assistance, including paid study leave and course fees, in line with the City’s Learning and Development Policy,
• tailored study pathways with our partner Registered Training Organisations,
• a guaranteed pathway to a Qualified Arborist position upon obtaining the qualification within the required timeframes.

About you

We are seeking a candidate with the below knowledge and Experience:

• Expertise in arboriculture and practical experience in tree removal and maintenance activities.
• Additionally, you should have a comprehensive understanding of diverse landscapes, including bushland, gardens, streets, and reserves, with a focus on high-significance and high-profile areas.

In addition to your knowledge and experience, the following qualifications and licenses are essential:

• Certificate III in Arboriculture (qualified arborist) or a willingness to obtain, with a relevant combination of skills and experience (pre-qualified Arborist),
• Current Medium Rigid Driver's Licence,
• Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card) and Provide First Aid Certification (HLTAID011), and Tree Faller (advanced or intermediate) is desirable but not essential.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
• A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record checks, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

Are you passionate about making a difference as an arborist? If you’re ready to embrace a role that is both challenging and rewarding, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join our team!

Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Kieran Wallace (Program Leader Arboriculture) on 0428 379 332 or email [email protected]

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 6 Agosto 2025.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.