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 stakeholders.
Role type
Senior IC arboriculture officer (urban tree management)
Builds
Council's urban forest 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, written reporting, stakeholder engagement, compliance investigation
Preferred skills
Problem-solving, independent work management, environmental commitment
Technologies
Australian Standards (AS4373, AS4970, etc.)
Responsibilities
Assess tree health and condition across public and private land; Maintain the Council's Tree Register and Street Tree Management Plan; Provide professional arboricultural advice to residents, contractors, and developers; Investigate compliance issues and prepare reports; Contribute to tree management strategies and planting programs.