• $65,443 per annum + Superannuation + monthly accrued day off
• 12-month contract (maternity leave cover)
• Innovative & collaborative small team culture, wellbeing program, monthly ADO, on-site parking

Are you seeking an opportunity to progress your career as an Arborist in a leading inner City Council where you will have the opportunity to work on a number of diverse and exciting projects? Would you like to be supported to develop and be exposed to professional development opportunities whilst enjoying some excellent employee benefits?

City of Stonnington is seeking an Arborist to provide expert arboricultural advice and assist with the management of the City’s urban forest. You will assist with the management and monitoring of contractor performance in the delivery of urban forest tree services and respond to internal and external arboricultural matters within the context of the Local Laws and Planning matters

Not only will you have the opportunity to further progress your career and diversify your experience in a leading inner city council but you will also have access to some fantastic benefits. You will be located in Malvern with on-site parking and Toroonga train station right next door and have the opportunity to work in a positive and supportive small team environment focused on collaboration, innovation and excellent customer service. You will be offered professional development opportunities and be able to participate in a staff wellbeing program nominated as a finalist both in the VicHealth and WorkSafe awards. Additionally, you will receive annual leave loading, work for an organisation with a dedicated Green Team and be recognised and rewarded through Stonnington’s cultural development program.

You will have a tertiary qualification in horticulture and/or arboriculture and demonstrated experience in urban forest management. Your demonstrated ability in providing expert horticulture and arboriculture advice to the community and excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills will assist in your success! Strong negotiation, conflict resolution and problem solving skills are a must. A current Victorian driver’s license is required.

Visit www.stonnington.vic.gov.au for a position description and to apply for this position through our e-recruit system. We are an EEO employer and encourage applications from diverse cultures and people with disabilities.

Applications close  25/10/2015