Arborist & Ground Crew

Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insights Due to the continued growth and expansion of our service offerings within South Australia, Urbanvirons Group Pty Ltd (Urbans) is looking to engage full-time Arborists & Ground Crew to join our Arboriculture division in Kilburn or Lonsdale. We pride ourselves on being people who truly enjoy what we do, and we do it well. Urbans provides hands-on practical training, up-skilling opportunities and promotes trade qualifications. Urbans is known as “The Name Behind the Scenery,” and over the last 40 years, the company has grown to be a leader in its field. While a privately owned and operated business, we work collaboratively with all our clients to create truly sustainable spaces and environments for the community. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional arboricultural services while embodying our core values of Care, Accountability, and Progress. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The range of duties an Arborist will be required to perform includes: Ability to learn and understand arboriculture industry techniques. Discuss, advise, and recommend opportunities for improvements in service delivery, productivity, and staff safety. Ability to learn, understand, operate, and maintain plant/machinery and carry out daily services. Report the need for maintenance and/or repair of any assets observed during normal duties. Report any damage or malfunction of equipment. Act in a courteous, cooperative, responsible, and professional manner at all times. Complete a site risk assessment at the beginning of each job and discuss it with the crew accordingly. Provide necessary explanations of problems or issues encountered on the job that affect safety, job completion, or any details that might improve the process. ABOUT YOU To be successful, you must have: AQF Certificate III qualification (or equivalent) in arboriculture (highly preferred). At least three (3) years of relevant employment experience. Ability to safely operate and maintain machinery and equipment. A current MR driver's licence. A Traffic Management accreditation. First Aid and Construction Industry White Card, or willingness to obtain. National Police Clearance, or willingness to obtain. Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain. A strong work ethic and proven time management skills. Basic computer skills for daily reporting. Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including a drug screen. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Positive attitude and strong work ethic. Ability to think ahead, problem-solve, and use initiative. Attention to detail, ensuring work is of the highest standard. Reliable and flexible. Able to work in both a small team and individually. BENEFITS This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation currently undergoing an exciting growth phase. You will have the chance to make this role your own and drive your success while still having access to ongoing training and support from the team at Urbans. Additional benefits include: Attractive hourly rate. A 4-day working week, allowing for a better work-life balance. Birthday leave. Ongoing training and development. Opportunities for growth within the company. Urbans is committed to creating an inclusive workforce and encourages applications from people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. If you have the right to work in Australia, APPLY NOW! No Recruitment Agencies, please. Your application will include the following questions: Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)? How many years' experience do you have as a Ground Crew? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence? Do you have a current licence to operate an Elevating Work Platform (EWP)? Do you have a current chainsaw ticket? #J-18808-Ljbffr