Tree Maintenance Works Officer

• Band 3A base salary of $70,920.22 plus 12% super, annual leave loading, and allowances
• Permanent full-time position
• Located at 290 Yan Yean Road, Plenty, VIC 3090
• Access to fortnightly RDOs
• On the job skill and leadership development
• Flexible working arrangements available - balance life and work
• Access to health and wellbeing initiatives and learning and development opportunities

About the role

This position sits within the Infrastructure and Planning Directorate, within the Parks and Open Space Unit. This Unit is responsible for the delivery of tree maintenance for Council Tree Assets, predominantly in parks and on roadsides. The purpose of this role is to be an effective member of the Tree Crew, to meet customer expectations and service levels upon completion of proactive and reactive works.

What a typical day will look like;

• Manage customer expectations and concerns in a timely manner.
• Work cooperatively with Arboriculture Maintenance Team and other crews within open space team by providing assistance to ensure works are undertaken in a planned and coordinated manner.
• Operate plant and equipment to maintain the Shire open space arboriculture network in a safe efficient manner regarding Shire work practises and regulations.
• Carry out team allocated tasks in all weather conditions.
• Use of electronic devices as required.

What you will bring to the role;

• Cert 2 ESI
• Current Victorian driver licence with medium rigid endorsement.
• Ability to identify and report on tree risk risk/public safety issues and follow appropriate reporting procedures.
• Ability to work with limited supervision

Why should you join us?

Guided by the Community Vision - Nillumbik 2040, we work to foster an engaged, connected and sustainable community across four key themes: Our People, Our Place, Our Future and Our Council.

The way we work together and deliver services to the Nillumbik community is underpinned by a strong, shared culture that reflects our vision and values.

Our Customer Service team has been ranked #1 in the Local Government sector for the past four years and has held the #1 position across all sectors for the last year and a half.

This achievement reflects our Customer First Commitments, which guide how we deliver exceptional experiences for both our internal and external customers:

• Empathy - We listen, understand, and respect our customers
• Consistency - We provide accurate, timely, and transparent information
• Effectiveness - We focus on quality processes and meaningful outcomes
• Simplicity - Our processes, documentation, and information are easy to access and understand.

In 2023, we proudly secured sixth place in the prestigious AFR BOSS Best Places to Work List in the Government, Education, and Not-for-Profit category. Even more exciting, we were the ONLY local government organisation to be recognised among 700 organisations across Australia and New Zealand.

Our commitment to staff health and wellbeing is central to our culture. We provide initiatives to support employee wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth, including a trained Mental Health First Aider workforce across the organisation.

Be part of a passionate, collaborative, and driven team who truly care about what we do, how we do it, and the positive impact we make in the community.

How to Apply:

• Visit: https://nillumbikshirecouncil.recruitmenthub.com.au/Current-vacancies and enter reference code: 6924893
• To discover more about the role and responsibilities of this position, download and review the Position Description
• Attach your Resume and Cover Letter to your application and use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to answer the Key Selection Criteria questions
• If you require reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Andrew Solum, Senior Supervising Arborist on 0437 847 961.

Applications close: 10pm (AETD), Friday 4 September 2026

Please note: the successful candidate will be required to complete the following Pre Employment Checks

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)
• Pre-Existing Injury and Medical Declaration Form
• Pre-Employment Medical Check

Nillumbik Shire Council is committed to creating a fair, equitable and inclusive community. We value diversity in our community and support the rights of all people regardless of age, gender, ability or background. Apply now!