Tree Crew Member (Wangaratta)

Love working outdoors? Passionate about trees and the environment? Join the Arboriculture Team at the Rural City of Wangaratta! Wangaratta, VIC | Permanent Full time | $65,884 per annum + super If you're someone who thrives among the treetops and takes pride in shaping healthy, vibrant urban landscapes, this is your chance to turn your passion into a career. Join our tree crew and take pride in working outdoors while caring for the environment. As a Tree Crew Member, you’ll be part of a skilled and supportive team dedicated to maintaining the health, safety and appearance of trees across council assets. From planting and pruning to inspections and removals, your work will directly contribute to the wellbeing and beauty of our community’s green spaces. This role offers hands‑on experience using modern equipment and proven arboriculture techniques. If you enjoy physical work, value teamwork and appreciate seeing tangible results at the end of each day, this is the perfect opportunity to build a rewarding career in arboriculture. Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, you’ll receive ongoing training, support and opportunities to grow in a dynamic field. A position on our tree crew means more than just a job – it’s a chance to contribute to greener, healthier communities while working in a positive and energetic environment. What You’ll Do
- Carry out a range of tree management activities including planting, pruning, inspection and removal
- Operate specialised arborist equipment such as wood chippers, EWPs, pneumatic saws and climbing gear
- Maintain and enhance the region’s urban forest as part of a skilled and supportive crew
- Work safely, collaboratively and with a strong community mindset What You’ll Bring
- Cert III in Arboriculture (or equivalent qualifications)
- Experience in tree climbing, pruning and mechanical equipment operation
- Level 2 First Aid and a Medium Rigid Licence
- A genuine love for working outdoors and being part of a hardworking team
- Reliability, safety awareness and a willingness to learn and grow Why Work for Rural City of Wangaratta?
- Inclusive, supportive, and nurturing work environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to help you achieve your career goals
- Corporate benefits, including flu injections and reduced gym memberships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellbeing support
- Option to purchase additional annual leave for permanent full-time and part-time employees Applications close at 3pm on Friday, 22 May 2026. Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3q98bm