Arborist Assistant

• Full-time - Permanent role

• Hourly rate starting at $34.69 per hour + superannuation and additional allowances

• Great work-life balance 
  
  

Help care for Wodonga’s trees, parks and open spaces!

Join Wodonga Council as an Arborist Assistant and play a hands-on role in maintaining the health, safety and beauty of our urban forest. Working alongside a skilled arboriculture team, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys outdoor work, teamwork, and contributing to community spaces that residents value every day.

 

Key aspects of the role:

• Arboriculture and horticultural support
  Support the Arborist Coordinator and team with tree planting, pruning, removals, watering, and pest and weed control across Council parks and open spaces. You’ll contribute to seasonal maintenance programs and help keep public spaces safe and well cared for.

• Safe operation of plant and equipment
  Operate and maintain a range of arboriculture equipment including chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders and elevated work platforms (EWP). You’ll complete pre-start checks, report faults, and follow Safe Work Method Statements to ensure work is carried out safely and efficiently.

• Teamwork and flexible support
  Work collaboratively with the arboriculture team and provide additional labour and plant support to Roads, Natural Resources and Parks & Gardens teams when required. This flexible approach helps maximise Council resources and supports integrated service delivery.

• Customer service and communication
  Respond professionally to customer service requests and communicate clearly with team members, supervisors and other Council staff. You’ll help ensure arboriculture services are delivered efficiently and with a strong community focus.

 

What we’re looking for

• Experience assisting with arboriculture or horticultural maintenance activities, including tree planting, pruning or removals
• Ability to safely operate and maintain arboriculture equipment (chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, EWPs)
• Strong awareness of workplace health and safety requirements and a commitment to safe work practices
• A reliable team player who can follow instructions, communicate clearly and contribute positively to a crew environment

 

Why join us?
At Wodonga Council, we support your growth and wellbeing with:

• Career Development – Training, learning opportunities and skill development
• Job Security – Full-time employment under a strong Enterprise Agreement
• Health & Wellbeing – Access to EAP, wellbeing initiatives and a supportive team culture
• Meaningful Work – Contribute to public spaces that make Wodonga a great place to live

 

To apply, visit Wodonga Council — Careers
Click “Apply” to:

• Complete our online application form
• Submit a brief cover letter
• Upload your current resume

Support on how to complete these tasks can be found here

 

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following.

• A copy of a recent National Police Check (less than 3 months)
• A current driver’s licence
• White Card

The completion of a pre-employment functional assessment (paid for by the council) will also be required.

If applicable, evidence regarding right to work in Australia will need to be presented.

 

Enquiries 
Arborist Coordinator – Brad O'Grady – 0466 531 488 - [email protected]

 

Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 1^st February

This position may be filled prior to the closing date if an exceptional applicant is identified.