At Green by Nature, we’re proud custodians of Aotearoa’s most iconic landscapes, parks, sports fields, streetscapes, and open spaces that our communities love. With a rich history dating back to 1992, we have grown into a leading force in the industry, with over 2000+ team members across New Zealand and Australia. We are committed to enhancing the natural environment and supporting our clients forward thinking vision for the future. Our clients range from both City and District Councils, Schools and Universities, Retirement Villages and Cemetries and more from Whangarei to Wanaka.

We are actively looking for Arborists in Hastings and Queenstown, and welcome expression of interest applications across the rest of New Zealand.

About the job

Reporting to our Lead Arborist, you’ll play a key role in tree-related operations, including pruning, shaping, removals, reductions, and overall tree care. You’ll ensure that maintenance is top-notch while keeping safety a priority; for the public, your team, and yourself. Our team is passionate about what they do, and it shows in the quality of their work.

What you'll need

• A minimum NZ Level 3 or 4 Certificate in Arboriculture (or equivalent)

• Full driver's licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle, even better if you have a class 2

• A strong commitment to workplace safety - the work we do is highly visible to the public so keeping things safe for them, your team and you is vital!

• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic

• A good level of physical fitness and not be afraid to get stuck in

What we offer

• Guaranteed minimum hours per week, with the opportunity to increase based-on operational demands

• Competitive wages and an annual $300 wellness benefit (after a qualifying period)

• Tools of the trade, work phone permitted for personal use, and complete arborist PPE gear

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, both internally and externally

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic team, so if your skills and experience match, then we want to hear from you. To apply for this role, email our recruitment team at recruitment@greenbynature.co.nz with you CV attached and a brief email outlining your experience.

In accordance with our drug and alcohol policy, successful applicants will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.