Arborists – Tree Services (Senior Operations Technician)
- Enjoy hands on work keeping the Bayside Council LGA pristine and presentable
- Work close to home with a fortnightly RDO and family-friendly benefits
- Salary from $70,599 to $79,071 plus 12% superannuation
About the role
At Bayside Council, we’re proud to deliver quality services that keep our community clean, safe, and enjoyable. We value teamwork, respect, and creating a supportive workplace where our people can thrive.
We are seeking qualified and experienced Arborists to join our Tree Services team. In this role, you’ll carry out tree maintenance across Council parks and open spaces while helping lead crews to deliver safe and high-quality work.
What you will do
- Perform tree pruning, removals, and maintenance works
- Operate chainsaws, chippers, EWPs, and other specialist equipment
- Assess tree condition and identify potential hazards
- Respond to storm damage and emergency call-outs
- Lead and support small work crews on site
- Ensure safety, traffic management, and WHS compliance
- Communicate professionally with residents and stakeholders
- Protect surrounding vegetation and public assets during works
About you
- Certificate III in Arboriculture
- Previous experience working as an Arborist
- SafeWork NSW White Card
- Current MR Driver Licence
Desirable
- Elevated Work Platform (EWP) ticket over 11 metres
Our benefits
On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy;
- A rostered day off every fortnight
- 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
- 15 days sick leave each year
- 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year.
- Gym membership discounts
- Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual skin checks & flu vaccinations
Salary and benefits
$1,372.54 to $1,534.91 per week (includes adverse working condition allowance of per week $19.49 pw) plus 12% Superannuation. Changes may vary with the adoption of the NSW Local Government Award and conditions after 1st July 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Child-Safe Organisation
Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.
Apply now
Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter including your skills and experience.
Applicants may submit your CV and cover letter via the Bayside Council careers portal, or via email with the subject “Job Application – Senior Operations Technician – Arborist”.
Applicants will be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.
Closing date: Monday 29 June, 2026
