Lead Climber Arborist Newtown

We’re looking for a qualified, experienced climbing arborist to join the Why Arb team in Hobart. You’ll be carrying out all aspects of skilled tree work — from technical removals and fine pruning through to hedge maintenance, stump grinding and ecological habitat carving.

You’ll be part of a team that values professionalism, good humour, and pride in what we do. Every day is different — different sites, different trees, different clients. We structure our workload to avoid burnout, so it’s not big days every day.

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience as a competent climbing arborist with level 3 or equivalent

Strong understanding of modern climbing techniques and safe work practices

Ability to prune to Australian Standards (AS4373-2007):

Capable of leading a small team and planning daily operations

Comfortable operating and maintaining equipment such as chippers and stump grinders

Honest, secure, hardworking, and passionate about trees

Someone who enjoys what they do — and can have fun doing it

Requirements:

White Card (Construction Induction)
- essential

Manual Driver’s Licence (MR/HR highly regarded)

First Aid & CPR
- advantageous

Willingness to undertake medical and drug/alcohol testing:

Moderate mechanical aptitude (advantageous)

Strong work ethic, reliability, and initiative

Good written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer

A fantastic place to work with a supportive, down-to-earth team

Variety of projects across Hobart and southern Tasmania

Opportunities to develop and expand your arboricultural skills

Contemporary, well-maintained equipment

A culture built on trust, safety, humour and a shared love for trees

About Why Arb

At Why Arb, we believe professionalism and passion can go hand-in-hand. We combine high-quality arboricultural work with a genuine respect for the environment and the people we work with.

Our why is the trees. What’s yours?

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20
- 40 per week

Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qwp87