Tree Officer Parks and Reserves

Join a dynamic team committed to delivering outstanding service to the Bunbury community.

• Growth opportunity in a supportive work environment.
• Great benefits, like matched super contributions, staff development and an amazing lifestyle.
• A chance to make a positive impact on our community.

Embrace the challenge of a dynamic and rewarding career with the City of Bunbury!

The City of Bunbury, located in the heart of Western Australia's South West Region, is one of the most vibrant and diverse growth areas in the country. Offering a blend of city living and natural beauty, Bunbury provides an unparalleled community atmosphere.

Join Us to Shape a Greener Bunbury

Our Parks and Reserves team is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Tree Officer to manage and maintain public trees throughout the City while delivering exceptional customer service. The role involves engaging with the community, developing tree planting, watering, and maintenance plans, supervising contractors, managing budgets, and overseeing the deliverables within the City's Greening Plan.

Why This Role?

We are looking for someone who excels in customer service and has a passion for community engagement. You will need to navigate challenging situations and manage public feedback with professionalism and empathy. Your ability to demonstrate emotional intelligence when engaged in customer service is crucial. This position offers a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with customers and is committed to creating a sustainable environment for future generations.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Engaging with the community to provide high-quality customer service, even in challenging situations.
• Investigating and responding to public enquiries regarding City trees or green spaces.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure projects align with the City's objectives and budget.
• Developing and supervising the implementation of annual tree maintenance and planting programs.
• Managing contractors and ensuring that arboriculture work meets the City's standards.
• Overseeing tree asset management, including inspections, data management, and condition assessments.

What We Are Looking For:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Qualifications in Arboriculture with experience in managing tree works, including risk assessments, valuation methods and contractor management.
• A positive, resilient attitude and the ability to effectively manage you own self care needs.
• A commitment to delivering excellent service and building positive community relationships.

What We Offer You:

You will be part of a supportive team working toward shared goals, enjoying the satisfaction of a job well done. We offer a competitive salary of $88,555 or $96,187 gross (excluding superannuation) dependent on qualifications, professional development opportunities and a workplace where your contributions are valued.

Interested?

Apply now by submitting your resume, cover letter, and a statement addressing the selection criteria via the City of Bunbury Careers Website https://cityofbunbury.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6656711

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Applications close 24 September 2024 at 5PM AWST

The City reserves the right to close the campaign early and appoint before the positions closing date.