Love working outdoors? Passionate about trees and the environment?

Join the Arboriculture Team at the Rural City of Wangaratta!

Wangaratta, VIC | Permanent | Full-Time | $65,884 + super

If you're someone who thrives among the treetops and takes pride in shaping healthy, vibrant urban landscapes, this is your chance to turn your passion into a career.

We’re on the lookout for a skilled and enthusiastic Tree Crew Member to join our dedicated Arboriculture Team. From planting and pruning to assessing and maintaining trees across the region, your work will directly contribute to the health, safety and beauty of our community’s green spaces.

What You’ll Do:

Carry out a range of tree management activities including planting, pruning, inspection and removal

Operate specialised arborist equipment such as wood chippers, EWP, pneumatic saws and climbing gear

Maintain and enhance the region’s urban forest as part of a skilled and supportive crew

Work safely, collaboratively, and with a strong community mindset

What You’ll Bring:

Cert III in Arboriculture (or equivalent qualifications)

Experience in tree climbing, pruning, and mechanical equipment operation

Level 2 First Aid and a Medium Rigid Licence

A genuine love for working outdoors and being part of a hardworking team

Why Work for Rural City of Wangaratta?

Joining our team comes with a variety of exciting benefits, including:

Inclusive, supportive, and nurturing work environment

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to help you achieve your career goals

Corporate benefits, including flu injections and reduced gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellbeing support

Paid Parental Leave

Option to purchase additional annual leave for permanent full-time and part-time employees

For more information and to view the position description, please visit our website at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au. For enquiries about this position, please contact Ricky Eykenboom, Horticulture Coordinator on [email protected]

Applications close at 3pm on Monday, 8 September 2025.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check.

Ready to Apply?

To submit your application, please include:

A short cover letter outlining your interest in the role

Your current resume with at least two referees

A document addressing the key selection criteria (use each criterion as a heading)

Copies of any relevant qualifications or licences