About the role

If you have prior experience and qualifications maintaining trees and like to work outdoors in a team, then this could be a great opportunity for you!

We currently have two (2) full-time, permanent positions reporting to the Supervisor Urban Forest, to take responsibility for the professional care and maintenance of the City’s tree assets.

A snapshot of your new role:

Carry out effective planting, care and maintenance of trees in parks and streetscapes

Conduct daily maintenance and inspections of vehicles, plant and equipment

Use arboricultural tools of trade including, secateurs, saws, and hand tools to install, formatively prune, shape and manage juvenile trees as needed

Where appropriate, guide community members on tree care practices, preservation and the benefits of trees

Who we’re looking for:

Certificate III in Arboriculture/Horticulture (or working towards) and minimum 1 years’ experience in Arboriculture or a related field

Proven knowledge or experience in tree/shrub planting and maintenance

Able to competently identify trees and shrubs and manage pests and diseases appropriately

Able to safely operate and maintain arboricultural hand tools

Physical stamina and the ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions

Current ‘C’ class driver’s license (‘MR’ class highly desirable)

White Card

Satisfactory National Police Clearance (under six months)

Why apply for this role?

Full-time, permanent position

9 day fortnight (have an RDO every second week)

$1,388.50 - $1,461.35 or $36.54 - $38.46 per hour + super + penalties for overtime

17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave

Superannuation contribution package up to 14.5%*(conditions apply)

Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events

Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support

Complimentary membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness)

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning’s vision is to be a welcoming and thriving City, giving our people opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of over 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

Click APPLY to complete the application and submit your Resume and Cover Letter. You may also contact Glen Williams on 0437 980 426 for a confidential discussion. Visit our website www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs for more information about the role.

Applications are open until 5.00pm 5 September 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.