Tree Management Officer
Core
Assess tree health on public/private land, maintain the Tree Register and Street Tree Management Plan, and provide arboricultural advice to ensure sustainable urban forest management.
Role type
Senior IC tree management officer (arboriculture)
Builds
Council's urban canopy, street tree programs, and biodiversity initiatives
Domain
Municipal government / Urban forestry
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Arboriculture (Diploma Level 5), tree assessment, Australian Standards knowledge, report writing, stakeholder engagement, driver's license
Preferred skills
Problem-solving, independent work management, environmental commitment
Technologies
Australian Standards (AS4399, AS4970, etc.)
Responsibilities
Assess tree health and condition, maintain Tree Register and Street Tree Management Plan, investigate compliance issues, prepare reports and recommendations, resolve complex tree-related matters with stakeholders
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC