• Are you an experienced Arborist?
• 5 weeks' annual leave
• Work in the sunny Bay of Plenty

Ko wai mātau | About us

The people at Whakatāne District Council love what we do because we do it for others, and that feels good. We work hard and we know it's important to stop and play too. We're on a learning journey because we know we can always do better, and we know we're better together. Will you come on that journey with us?

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

We are looking for an experienced Arborist with a keen work ethic and a ‘can do' attitude who is passionate about trees and working outdoors to join our Open Spaces Team. You will be responsible for tree management and maintenance throughout Whakatāne. As part of the Open Spaces Team your duties will include all aspects of arboriculture, such as planning, planting, pruning and removals.

Ko wai koe | About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• National Certificate in Arboriculture (Level 4 or above) or a New Zealand Diploma in Arboriculture
• Experience in an arboriculture or horticultural environment
• Competence in operating and maintain small machinery (chainsaws, weed eaters etc)
• Excellent knowledge of tree maintenance/management
• A good level of fitness
• Growsafe certification
• Chainsaw certification including tree felling.
• Excellent decision making
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Full drivers license

Ngā whaipainga | Our values

• We're always learning and improving - Toitū te Taumata
• We're passionate and proud - Toitū te Mauri Ora
• We work as one team - Toitū te Mahi Tahi
• We put people at the heart of everything we do - Toitū te Tangata
• We care about our environment - Toitū te Taiao

This position is classified as Health Sensitive and Safety Sensitive so the preferred candidate will be required to undergo and pass a satisfactory pre-employment health and drug test.

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Paul Camburn on 07 306 0500 or apply now via our Careers site.