Arborist 

• Permanent / Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• $72,271 – $73,569 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 4-5 + Site Allowance) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Do you have a passion for arboriculture and ensuring the region’s beautiful trees are maintained to a high standard?

Councils Parks section has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and positive team player to join their team as an Arborist.

You will be responsible for carrying out tree activities in the region including the removal and pruning of street and park trees, assessing of the health of trees and assisting with recommendations for removal or treatment of unhealthy and problem trees. You will take pride in your work and have a passion for the industry and seeing tasks through to completion.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Solid working knowledge of arboriculture practices and techniques as well as an understanding of a range of cutting and pruning equipment.
• Good time management, planning and organisational skills to ensure you carry out horticultural and arboriculture projects
• Construction Industry Induction (White Card).
• Operate and Maintain Chainsaws and Fell Small Trees Certificate.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle under a “MR” Class Licence.
• Be licenced to undertake traffic control duties as per the Traffic Controller Accreditation Scheme.
  

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs 

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2. Your Current resume. 

Application Criteria

• MR Class Licence, Operate and Maintain Chainsaws and Fell Small Trees Certificate and be licenced to undertake traffic control duties as per the Traffic Controller Accreditation Scheme.
• Qualifications in Certificate II / III Horticulture / Arboriculture and/or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Experience in the safe operation of plant and machinery used for all tree operations and knowledge of effective pruning techniques.
• Ability to use your initiative while contributing to a positive team environment. 

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 27 October 2025 at Midnight (AEST)