Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
$79k–$80k/yr
About the position The Leading Worker Arboriculture is responsible for leading and supporting a team dedicated to the safe and professional delivery of programmed and reactive arboriculture works. These programs will be …
Skills: Arboriculture, Team leadership, Chainsaw operation, Wood chipper operation, EWP operation
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
$77k–$78k/yr
In this role, you'll operate Skidsteer equipment to deliver both programmed and reactive works across the community. From constructing and maintaining roads, footpaths, and carparks to supporting stormwater drainage proj…
Skills: Skidsteer operation, Civil maintenance, Road construction, Stormwater drainage, Traffic management
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
$75k–$79k/yr
Reporting to the Team Leader Horticulture, our Field Officer Irrigation positions are responsible for operating and maintaining Council's irrigation systems across the City's reserves, sporting fields, and streetscapes -…
Skills: Irrigation maintenance, Horticulture, Plumbing, Excavator operation, Traffic management
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
$75k–$76k/yr
The City of Tea Tree Gully is a progressive council with a strong reputation for innovation and service excellence. We strive to support our community, stimulate our economy, and create a more liveable, vibrant, and acce…
Skills: Horticulture, Grounds maintenance, Mowing, Tractor operation, Broadleaf spraying
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
$77k–$78k/yr
We’re seeking a skilled Backhoe Operator with civil maintenance experience to join the Field Services (Civil Maintenance) team, where you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, efficient and high-quality outcomes in acco…
Skills: Backhoe Operation, Civil Maintenance, Concrete Boxing Out, Excavation, Backfilling
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
$96k–$102k/yr
This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced arboriculture professional to play a key role in supporting Council’s urban forest assets through assessing customer requests, delivering specialist advice, and supporti…
Skills: Arboriculture, Tree Risk Assessment, Plant Identification, Customer Service, Conflict Resolution
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
$77k–$78k/yr
Our City Operations Portfolio, located at Golden Grove, delivers frontline services that support our community every day. An exciting opportunity exists to join our Civil Maintenance team as a Street Sweeper Operator, su…
Skills: Heavy Plant Operation, Street Sweeping, Work Health and Safety, Mechanical Awareness, Customer Service
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
$75k–$76k/yr
The City of Tea Tree Gully is a progressive council with a strong reputation for innovation and service excellence. We strive to support our community, stimulate our economy, and create a more liveable, vibrant, and acce…
Skills: Grounds Maintenance, Mowing, Broadleaf Spraying, Tree Planting, Tree Watering
Sign up with Clera and we'll reach out the moment a role actually fits you — no more spraying applications into the void.
The Leading Worker Arboriculture is responsible for supervising a team in the delivery of programmed and reactive arboriculture services. This includes operating heavy machinery and ensuring all work is performed safely and professionally.
Candidates must hold a Certificate III in Arboriculture and a High Risk Work Licence for EWP over 11m. A valid MR driver's licence, First Aid certificate, and traffic management certifications are also required.
The Leading Worker Arboriculture is responsible for leading and supporting a team dedicated to the safe and professional delivery of programmed and reactive arboriculture works.
These programs will be delivered to you via Forestree and actioned by yourself and your team using various plant and machinery such as chainsaws, wood chippers, EWPs and trucks.
You will use your experience and leadership qualities to help train and up-skill your team whilst contributing to a culture that promotes safety and well-being.
Position Description - Leading Worker Arboriculture
Qualifications & Licences:
• Certificate III in Arboriculture
• Licence to Perform High Risk Work Class: Boom-type Elevated Work Platform (EWP) over 11m
• MR Driver’s licence
• First Aid Certificate
• Temporary Traffic Management Implementer 1 and Traffic Controller 1 (TC1 and TMI1)
• White Card
• Working Safely Near Live Electrical Apparatus as a Non-Electrical Worker (desirable)
• Safe Work at Heights (desirable)
• Willingness to undertake a Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process
We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and diverse abilities, to apply.
Salary range is between $78,640 and $79,899 (Grade 7) plus superannuation guarantee and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, experience, and qualifications. Opportunity to develop and progress through Grades!
The remuneration will shortly be increased in-line with our Field Staff Enterprise Bargaining Agreement.
Applications close 5pm Sunday 30 August 2026.
For more information about the role or the classification structure, or a confidential discussion, please contact George Russ, Team Leader Arboriculture at [email protected] or call 0410 646 131
Why work for us
A career at the City of Tea Tree Gully is an opportunity to forge long-lasting community connections while cultivating a fulfilling work life. Joining us is a chance to be part of a dynamic team, who value customer care, trust, teamwork and growth.
We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusivity and collaboration. We embrace individual differences and recognise the valuable contributions that diverse perspectives and experiences bring to our community. We are committed to achieving and maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation. We prioritise the well-being of our staff and strive to create an environment that promotes ongoing career growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Discover your potential at the City of Tea Tree Gully.
Naturally Better
We're a progressive north-eastern Adelaide council that's renown for innovation and service excellence. We strive to support our community, stimulate our economy and create a more liveable, vibrant and accessible city. Large-scale renewal and development is driving strong economic and employment growth in the region, particularly in the Modbury precinct – an expanding hub for retail and health services. The O-Bahn busway, and smart technologies, including NBN and free public Wi-Fi hotspots, make the area a leader in connectivity and work-life integration. Natural open spaces, walking trails and cycling paths, along with a broad range of recreation facilities and community events, adds to positive lifestyle choices for residents. At the City of Tea Tree Gully, we seek to recruit and retain motivated and professional people. Joining us means working for a progressive, community-minded, service-orientated organisation that is proud of the role it plays in people’s lives. Staff benefit from excellent working conditions and opportunities for career and leadership development.
Offices: 571 Montague Road, Modbury, South Australia 5092, AU
View all jobs at City of Tea Tree GullyNaturally Better
We're a progressive north-eastern Adelaide council that's renown for innovation and service excellence. We strive to support our community, stimulate our economy and create a more liveable, vibrant and accessible city. Large-scale renewal and development is driving strong economic and employment growth in the region, particularly in the Modbury precinct – an expanding hub for retail and health services. The O-Bahn busway, and smart technologies, including NBN and free public Wi-Fi hotspots, make the area a leader in connectivity and work-life integration. Natural open spaces, walking trails and cycling paths, along with a broad range of recreation facilities and community events, adds to positive lifestyle choices for residents. At the City of Tea Tree Gully, we seek to recruit and retain motivated and professional people. Joining us means working for a progressive, community-minded, service-orientated organisation that is proud of the role it plays in people’s lives. Staff benefit from excellent working conditions and opportunities for career and leadership development.
Offices: 571 Montague Road, Modbury, South Australia 5092, AU
View all jobs at City of Tea Tree Gully