Woollahra Municipal Council

Tree Assets Officer

• $76,383.87 - $94,794.73 p.a. plus superannuation
• 35 hours per week, fortnightly RDO
• Private use leaseback vehicle 

About us

Woollahra is an area steeped in natural beauty and heritage appealing to residents, businesses and visitors who enjoy its many parks, waterfront locations and historic buildings. Our people come from a diverse range of backgrounds and professions creating a dynamic workforce of over 400 staff members.

About the role

Based within our Open Space and Trees department, as the Trees Asset Officer, you will be responsible for surveying and maintaining an inventory of Council’s tree assets to identify potentially hazardous defects and coordinate necessary maintenance works. Located at our Paddington Depot you will be responsible for maintaining comprehensive and accurate records of inspections within Council's tree asset software and will liase directly with the community in the assessment and completion of CRM's

About you

You will have a great work ethic and be self-motivated, with strong attention to detail and a professional attitude.

Your proven ability to successfully meet project targets, as well as your top-notch communication and report-writing skills will ensure your success in this pivotal role.

Essential Criteria

• Completed a Diploma Arboriculture (or completing) or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in assessing tree health/condition and assessing trees for hazards
• Demonstrated experience in specifying tree related work, tree valuations, and a strong familiarity with tree asset management
• Demonstrated experience in the use and maintenance of asset databases and software
• Demonstrated competency in the use of computer software packages including Word, Excel, Access and email software
• Demonstrated report writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in customer service and communicating with the public.
• Proven performance and ability to achieve objectives and successfully meet project targets
• Capable of working within the physical requirements (in Section E)
• Class C Driver’s License
• WorkCover Construction Induction Card (White Card)

Desirable Criteria

• ISA TRAQ Qualification or QTRA
• Demonstrated experience in an arboricultural operational environment
• Prior experience working in Local Government or similar

What’s in it for you?

We promote equal access to opportunities within the organisation and we pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment.

We are dedicated to looking after our staff, because if we look after our people, we will be better placed to look after our community.

Eligible staff will be entitled to some of the following benefits:

• Fortnightly RDO - we value your work/life balance
• Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport with access to 810+ fitness facilities
• Full maintained private use leaseback vehicle 
• Generous personal leave provisions (E.g. Long Service Leave after 5 years’ of continuous service, Parental Leave, Health & Wellbeing Days, Study Leave)
• High quality learning and development opportunities
• Reward and Recognition Program 

How to apply

• Apply on line by clicking the link below.
• You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria.
• If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.
• You will be able to upload 2 documents only.
• For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process
• For further information about the role, please contact Dustin Scott, Tree Maintenance Coordinator on (02) 9391 7979 during business hours.
• Our preference is for applications to be submitted online, however, we will accept hard copy applications addressed to Human Resources, Woollahra Council, PO Box 61, Double Bay, NSW, 1360.

CLOSING DATE:  11:59PM Sunday 3 November 2024

*Recruitment in this position is subject to the clearance of a pre-employment medical 

Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers. As of 1st December 2021, new employees must be fully vaccinated (minimum two doses) with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and provide evidence seven days prior to commencement.

Should an applicant indicate that they wish to seek an exemption on medical or other grounds, they will need to provide evidence of their circumstances such as an accepted certified medical contraindication.

Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply.  

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.