Team Leader Arboriculture

Job no: 495919
Categories: Trades and Services
 

• Permanent Full-Time position, (38 Hours / Week)
• Salary Band 6 from $99,000 + Superannuation 
• Access to a commuter use vehicle in accordance with our fleet policy
• Based in Notting Hill
• Closes 22 February 2026

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

The Horticultural Services department creates, enhances and presents our great green spaces and places, that our community are proud of. We enable our community to connect with nature, whilst prioritising the natural environment and livability for our future community and visitors.

About the Position

We are seeking an inspiring leader with a strong focus on urban forest strengthening. You will be passionate about the industry and have the ability to motivate a skillful team of arborists to achieve organisational goals and objectives.

In addition to leading a team of Arborists you will be the first point of contact for Councils' tree maintenance contractors. You will be responsible to ensure contractors are delivering works on time and on budget.

Skills and Experience

• You are a proactive and inspiring leader who cultivates the commitment of team members and stakeholders to achieve our organisational goals and objectives
• You will use you experience supervising staff, contractors, to deliver programs that improve the urban forest within the Monash municipality and region
• You are passionate about the Arboriculture industry and ensure best practices are being adhered to
• You have a customer centric focus that will assist in improving community satisfaction to tree matters
• You have a sound understanding of Australian standards and Electricity Safe Victoria regulations

Requirements

• Diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent with significant experience in a similar role or lessor qualification with a willingness to obtain Diploma (Minimum AHCARB408 Perform a ground-based tree defect evaluation)
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of Electrical Line Clearance requirements (Cert II ESI desirable)
• Experience supervising large service contracts, short term contracts, and consultants
• Experience in continuous improvement and team building
• Current Victorian drivers’ license
• Working With Children Check

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centers

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close 11:55pm Sunday 22nd of February 2026 

If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Patrick Hayes on 03 9518 3726 or [email protected]   

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [email protected]

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.

Position Description

Advertised: 06 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 22 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time