Bayside Council

Tree Management Officer – Tree Services

• Are you experienced in the delivery of tree management and preservation services and looking for the next challenge in your career?
• Enjoy fantastic benefits such as a fortnightly day off, access to discounted gym membership, wellbeing programs & more!

Bayside Council is currently seeking applications from an experienced Tree Management Officer to join their Tree Services Team.

At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.
 

Primary purpose of the role

The primary responsibility of this role is to oversee the planning, allocation, supervision, monitoring, and completion of tree management activities. This includes conducting tree assessments, pruning, and the removal of small trees to maintain and enhance the health, structure, and environmental value of trees.

• Conduct comprehensive tree assessments to support the management and preservation of trees within the Bayside LGA.
• Implement Council’s Tree Management policies, including the management of vandalised, poisoned, or illegally removed trees.
• Collaborate with team members to assist in tree pruning and removal as needed.
• Participate in the hands-on pruning and removal of trees when required.
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant safety and environmental regulations.

About the role

Within the area of responsibility, this role is required to:

• Carry out, supervise and guide the team in the assessment of tree health and condition and make decisions regarding required maintenance and management in line with Council policy, legislative and compliance requirements.
• Provide adequate resources to deliver the maintenance program.
• Manage and monitor service delivery of providers and contractors to ensure standards are met within appropriate specifications.
• Assess trees, report on and maintain records on private and development assessment and Construction Certificate applications for pruning or removal of trees, or relating to footpaths or open space areas, to assist with decision making and responses in regard to outcomes.
• Collate information and report on matters that involve breaches of Council’s Tree Preservation Order or liability issues for Council.
• Prepare briefs and evidence to present to the court in any legal action instituted by Council.
• Respond to customer and key stakeholder enquiries regarding tree management and preservation within required timeframes.
• Oversight required audits of Council’s tree assets to ensure compliance with specifications and standards and to maintain an accurate record of tree assets.
• Coordinate and administer contracts as allocated for high risk projects or where additional resources are required.
• Manage the Client Relationship Management system to monitor the scheduling and completion of works.
• Participate in community events and environmental projects such as National Tree Day, to promote community awareness of their obligations relating to the preservation of trees, and of the importance and value of tree assets in the local environment.
• Provide regular reports on program status, performance and resource levels to enable the Coordinator Parks and Open Space to address identified risk and compliance issues.
• Deliver tree management services to assist teams across Council to deliver their Capital Works projects.
• Promote the positive and collaborative culture and values of the organisation through open, fair and transparent decision making and ethical, professional behaviour.
• Work in collaboration with and assist the team, manager and other key stakeholders to achieve business unit goals, work requests, demands and Council priorities.
• Work within the teams to assist in the removal / pruning of trees as the needs arise.

Essential requirements:

• Minimum Horticulture Trade Certificate or higher and relevant tree surgery/arboriculture qualifications and minimum two years relevant work experience.
• Working knowledge of public risk issues associated with trees.
• A SafeWork NSW White Card (General Construction Induction card).
• Current Driver’s Licence Class C.
• Appropriate traffic control licence as required.
• Work outside of normal hours as required.

Our benefits:

On top of your weekly pay, you will enjoy;

• A rostered day off each fortnight
• 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
• 15 days sick leave each year
• 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year (from your sick leave balance)
• Access to discounted gym membership via fitness passport
• Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents

Apply Now

Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the position description. 

Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter (max 2 pages), outlining how your skills and experience meet the focus competencies, key accountabilities and challenges of the role outlined in the position description.

Applications must be submitted by email to recruitment@bayside.nsw.gov.au with the subject line: F24/421: Tree Management Officer – Tree Services.

Deadline: Monday 02 December 2024

Salary Range: From $81,938 – $91,771 per annum based on skills and experience plus 11.5% superannuation.

Enquiries: Contact Tracy Moroney – Manager Parks & Open Space on (02) 9562 1690 or via tracy.moroney@bayside.nsw.gov.au

Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.
All applicants must have Australian work rights.