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Arborist needed at Precise Tree Services in Heidelberg, Melbourne VIC

Job Title Arborist
Employer Precise Tree Services / Taylors Trees
Location Heidelberg, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Employment Type Full Time
Salary Salary not disclosed by employer
$35.00 – $45.00 per hour (indicative)
Experience Required 2 years
Visa Sponsorship No
Posted 8 July 2026
Listing Expires 7 August 2026
How to Apply Apply via website

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Arborist

Precise Tree Services / Taylors Trees are looking for the right people to join our team.

  • Are you looking for more than just another arborist job?
  • Do you enjoy working in a team where everyone pulls their weight?
  • Do you like variety in your work rather than doing the same thing every day?
  • Do you take pride in doing things properly, safely, and professionally?
  • Do you want to be part of a business where your attitude, work ethic, and growth actually matter?

This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a team that is focused on safety, professionalism, teamwork, work ethic, and honesty.

We’re interested in hearing from:

  • Qualified arborists
  • Experienced climbers
  • Grounds staff with the right attitude
  • Arboriculture apprentices
  • People who genuinely want to build a career in the tree industry

Requirements

  • Cert 3 or above qualification preferred
  • MR truck license and other tickets are a bonus
  • Confident with your climbing ability
  • Applicant must have a good understanding of complex rigging
  • Must have more than 2 years industry experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Can-do attitude and willingness to help the team
  • Great attention to detail and time management skills
  • A broad range of skills in most aspects of arboriculture
  • A real passion for the industry and pride in your work
  • Working with children check, and ability to pass a Police check

Desirable

It would be an advantage if you also hold any of the following:

  • Railway tickets
  • ESI / powerline clearance experience
  • MR or HR truck licence
  • Chipper, EWP, or chainsaw tickets
  • Skid steer ticket
  • Excavator ticket
  • Traffic management tickets

Benefits

Pay rates up to $45 per hour are available for the right applicant, depending on experience, qualifications, tickets, attitude, and overall suitability for the role.

You don’t need to be perfect, but you do need to care.

You need to show up with a good attitude, work safely, support your team, communicate properly, and be willing to keep learning.

In return, we offer:

  • Full-time work
  • Competitive pay based on experience and ability
  • Well-maintained gear and equipment
  • A strong team environment
  • Varied and interesting work
  • Opportunities to grow within the business

About Us

We’re an owner-operated professional arboriculture company servicing greater Melbourne. With over 10 years in the industry, we are proud to serve the community, from large-scale hazardous tree removals to detailed pruning and transplanting, we’ve got it covered!

https://www.precisetreeservices.com.au/

How to Apply

If you’re looking for a workplace where you can be part of a good team, do quality work, and continue building your career in arboriculture, we’d like to hear from you.

To take your next career step in a company that values and looks after its staff, click the Apply button and submit your current resume via the Precision Tree Services careers page today. We look forward to meeting you!

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