Employment Type: Permanent

Applications Close: 29/01/2023

Hamilton is known for its natural environment, with street and park trees an important feature of the city-scape. Some of those trees are as old as the city itself, and others are new to the community. Our Parks & Recreation team are responsible for managing and working on those trees using the latest equipment and technology.

We are an industry leader and we’re looking for an experienced arborist to join our passionate team.     

About the role

The role includes the management and maintenance of established trees across the city, one-off tree removals & urgent tree work.

You’ll be working with great gear and technology, given training and learning opportunities and enjoy the variety of work available. Your teammates love their regular work hours, workload to breaks ratio, and flexibility, with a focus on work/life balance.

About you

• We're after a committed, enthusiastic tree work professional

• Applicants should have a relevant arboriculture or horticulture qualification

• Urban tree work experience and competence using the tools of the arboriculture trade are required

• You are a good communicator, take pride in your work and have a strong commitment to health and safety.

Benefits

• Negotiable hourly rate based on experience and/or qualifications

• Added to this are responsibility payments for various duties

• Relocation costs up to $5k available

• Additional leave

• Free medical insurance

• Discounted services

• Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week

• Free training – HT, compliance (incl. WEL, STMS, First Aid)

• All gear provided

• An inclusive and supportive team culture

• Work local – no travel required

• Opportunity to progress within the team.

This is your chance to be part of an organisation that is committed to becoming the leading community-focused Council, so Hamilton’s full potential can be unlocked – making it the best place to live.

How to apply

We will be reviewing and interviewing during the advertising period as applications are received. 

If this role sounds like it’s for you, we would love to hear from you. Make it happen and apply online today!

Click APPLY and you will be directed to our careers page.

Learn more about the role by clicking here to view a copy of the position description!

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates may be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol assessments, credit check and a Ministry of Justice or Police vetting check.

Hamilton City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.

Please note this role is being sourced directly and we are not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies. Due to border restrictions, only people who are already eligible to live and work in New Zealand should apply. Evidence will be required.