Urban Forest Technical Officer

Permanent full-time

Salary: $81,974 - $97,482 per annum + 12% super

Benefits:

Enjoy flexible working through Activity Based Working at the state-of-the-art Walyalup Civic Centre, designed to support creativity and collaboration.

Be part of an inclusive and values-driven workplace that celebrates diversity and welcomes people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.

Access great staff benefits including free parking, secure bike storage, and modern end-of-trip facilities.

Stay healthy with our active Health and Wellbeing program and access to fitness passport.

Options for a 19-day month and superannuation co-contribution to help grow your future financial security

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Are you passionate about creating greener, more sustainable urban environments? The City of Fremantle is seeking a dedicated Urban Forest Technical Officer to join our Urban Forest team in delivering an exceptional urban forest program that enhances the beauty and liveability of our city.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support a skilled team, ensuring that our urban forest initiatives meet the needs of our community while aligning with the City's strategic goals. With a well-resourced planting program and a strong focus on greening, you'll apply your comprehensive arboriculture expertise to maintain the City of Fremantle's urban forest.

Join us at the City of Fremantle, where you'll play a key role in shaping the green future of our vibrant and diverse community, all while enjoying the benefits of working in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Under limited direction, apply comprehensive arboricultural, horticultural or similar knowledge to maintain the City’s trees in accordance with Council policies, strategic documents, and requirements of Council

In accordance with the City’s administrative procedures, and when required use initiative and judgement, to prioritise, plan and organise works and operational procedures to maintain the City’s urban forest.

Support the appropriate management of the City’s urban forest to increase its canopy cover and resilience.

To be considered for this position, you will need:

Qualifications and /or specialist skills in Arboriculture and /or Horticulture or other relevant discipline.

Demonstrated experience in urban tree management or a similar environment, including practical experience in a similar role/s.

Sound written and verbal communication and customer service skills.

Ability to operate as an effective and productive team member to lead and manage work.

Functional skills in computer programs including Microsoft Office and to manage task specific information and technology systems.

A current WA ‘C’ class driver’s licence.

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The City of Fremantle promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, genders, and abilities, Aboriginal Australians and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.

If you have any access needs that may require reasonable adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please get in touch with the contact below. If you are an Aboriginal person or a person with a Disability who would like assistance with your application, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on 136464.

Application Instructions:
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Applicants should provide a current curriculum vitae and a two-page (maximum) cover letter in .pdf format. You do not need to address the selection criteria. Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position. The estimated closure date is 5pm on Sunday the 21st of September 2025 but we reserve the right to close the ad prior to this date.

To discuss this opportunity in more detail please contact Ainsley Stubberfield - Team Leader Natural Areas and Urban Forest on 0460 860 183

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.