Arboriculturist

Directorate

JOB DESCRIPTION

Infrastructure, Planning & Environment

Classification

Grade 6

Salary

$60,702 to $66,773 11.5% employer contribution to superannuation

Plus 5% Trade allowance in addition to your Annual Salary

Reporting To

Trees and Streetscapes Supervisor, Gardens Supervisor or Parks Supervisor

Employment Type

Permanent Full Time

The Position

The position will be part of a team that plays an important role in maintaining and improving AlburyCity’s tree assets.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the implementation of tree maintenance and replacement programs
• Assist with tree inspections and associated reporting
• Assist in the maintenance of other parks, reserves, sporting grounds and landscape areas of AlburyCity, when required.
• Use a variety of specialised plant and equipment.
• Assist in the preparation of designs and coordinate projects as necessary.
• Provide advice to groups and the public in an informed and professional manner.
• Operate all plant in accordance with the manufacturers’ requirements, licence conditions, WorkCover regulations and council policies.
• Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee’s skill, competence and training.
• Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.
• Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity’s Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity’s Code of Conduct.
  
  
  

Qualifications

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

• Our People
  
  
  

External

• Our Community
• Tree contractors and consultants
• User groups
  
  
  

Employment Conditions

• Based on a 38 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity’s RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be determined by the supervisor.
• This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 38 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed in advance with your supervisor.
• This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity’s Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely.
• In line with the provisions of the Local Government (State) Award, this position will receive the Level 1, Adverse Working Conditions Allowance, in accordance with the Award.
• This position will be provided with vaccination against the following infectious diseases:
• Hepatitis B
• This position involves working in a predominantly outdoor environment where a varying range of temperatures, weather conditions and walking surfaces may be experienced. The position requires a moderate level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake regular physical activities such as walking, lifting, pulling, pushing along with the capacity to maintain normal manual handling tasks across the work day – depending on the nature of the tasks undertaken. The use of relevant work method statements and appropriate WHS standards are an integral part of the role. A full functional and medical assessment is required for this position.
• This position is subject to preemployment and ongoing audiometric (hearing) assessment in accordance with AlburyCity Procedures.
• This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing.
• This position is located at the City Landscapes depot, Smollett Street Albury with visits to external sites/depots as required
  
  

Essential Criteria

• Certificate III in Arboriculture/Horticultural discipline or relevant industry experience
• Medium Rigid (MR) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)
• Construction Induction Certificate (White card)
  
  
  

Desierable Criteria

• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) Certificate
• Chainsaw Certificate Level I
• Chainsaw Certificate Level II
• Apply Traffic Control Plans & Traffic Controller Certification (Yellow & Blue Card) or equivalent certification
  
  
  

Experience

• Demonstrated relevant work experience in Arboriculture/Horticulture
  
  
  

Specialist Skills And Knowledge

• A thorough understanding and competence in:
• Small and large plant operation
• Tree preservation
• Maintenance management systems
• Work layout
• Data gathering devices and associated software
• Work Health & Safety requirements
• A working knowledge of:
• Tree assessments
• Bush regeneration
• Computers and mobile electronic devices
• Public relations
• Landscaping
  

About Us

Our Organisation:We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.

Our Values:We are a values driven organisation and these underpin everything we do.

• Working Together:I respect, listen to and value the contributions of others and celebrate our achievements.
• Integrity:I am trustworthy, honest, accountable, open and consistent in all that I do.
• Courage and Passion:I am enthusiastic and have the confidence to speak up for the betterment of AlburyCity.
• Innovation: I seek to increase my knowledge through new ideas and continuous improvement.
• Loyalty:I am supportive of others and committed to AlburyCity and the community.
  
  
  

Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it’s a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury.

It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.

Two Cities One Community: On 13 October 2017 AlburyCity and The City of Wodonga entered into an historic partnership between the two cities. In August 2022 both Councils worked together to review and re-commit to the Partnership Agreement.

This partnership is a unique opportunity to develop a way forward that benefits our community as a whole with the aim of improving integration, productivity and social and economic development. It will focus on future growth that will continue to add value to both cities. Through this combined focus, underpinned by four key pillars of; leadership, economy, environment and community, we will unleash our potential and drive innovation for the benefit of the region and the nation.

Our Mission is to work together to achieve our community goals now and into the future. We understand that we are stronger together and can achieve more when working in collaboration. We will build on our current partnerships and shared values for thebetterment of Albury and Wodonga.

Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.

About The Team

The Directorate: Infrastructure Planning and Environment - Our Infrastructure, Planning & Environment Directorate focuses on maintaining and improving our special and unique city and its surrounds.

The groups within our directorate take care of our place as well as ensure that we grow and develop the city in a planned, balanced and sustainable way. We invest in and build infrastructure to meet everyone’s needs, and we provide and maintain quality facilities and services that rival, and even surpass, those in larger cities. We are also responsible for preserving our natural environment across our many and varied landscapes.

Our Service Model: Place - Our Service model is built around our brand pillars of empowering progress, Serving with Excellence, which is about our people and taking care of our place.

We are caretakers and custodians of a very special, unique place. We are committed to enhancing the experience of living on the Murray River, preserving our natural environment and promoting our region as a gateway to our many, varied landscapes

Service Cluster: City Landscape - Our City Landscapes Service Cluster is entrusted with taking care of our beautiful place. Its purpose is to ensure that our natural areas and recreational spaces and streetscapes are preserved, well maintained and continue to inspire, nurture and generate wellbeing in everyone, every day