Bayside Council

Trainee Arborist

Our Team

Are you ready to kick-start your career and make a positive impact on your community? Bayside Council is offering a variety of exciting opportunities for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team in various apprentice, trainee, and cadet positions.

This exciting opportunity invites you to become a part of the dynamic City Presentation directorate. The City Presentation directorate ensures that our area is presented in an aesthetically pleasing manner, that is clean, enjoyable to live in and instils pride in our community.

Purpose of the Role

Bayside Council is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Trainee Arborist. This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in arboriculture, working with a team of experienced professionals while gaining valuable hands-on experience and qualifications in the field. As a Trainee Arborist, you will be trained to care for and maintain trees in public spaces, including parks, streetscapes, and other green areas within the community. This is a full-time, max term position that combines practical, on-the-job learning with formal training, leading to a qualification in Arboriculture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with tree planting, pruning, and maintenance activities.
• Learn how to perform tree inspections and identify health issues, pests, and diseases.
• Support the Arborist team with tree removals, storm damage response, and emergency tasks.
• Learn how to maintain tools and use equipment and machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, contributing to the upkeep of local green spaces.
• Follow safety protocols and contribute to a safe working environment.

What We're Looking For

• General schooling to Year 10 or 12, or equivalent.
• No prior experience necessary; training will be provided.
• A genuine interest in Arboriculture
• Strong work ethic, commitment, and reliability.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, and the ability to perform manual labour tasks.
• Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Why Choose a Career with Bayside Council

• Gain hands-on experience and industry-specific training.
• Be mentored by an experienced by qualified professionals.
• Opportunity to achieve an accredited qualification in Arboriculture while working.
• Contribute to important community projects.
• Fantastic benefits such as gym membership discounts, annual skin checks and flu vaccinations, health expos and an EAP service.

How to apply

How to Apply: Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages).  Applications must be submitted by email to: recruitment@bayside.nsw.gov.au with the subject line: F24/888 Trainee Arborist

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.