Climbing Arborist Wanted - Perth, Western Australia
About the job
Professional Tree Surgeons are seeking a full time Climbing Arborist.
Professional Trees Surgeons has worked in and around Perth for over 50 years as a family led business. Perth is located on the West Coast of Australia and has beautiful beaches, great weather and wonderful travel opportunities around the state. Perth has ranked as one of the most desirable places to live on Earth. The people in Perth are friendly and we have thriving gardens, parks and zoos that Professional Tree Surgeons is proud to maintain.
Who we are:
A Professional arboriculture business, we prioritise tree care.
- We prioritise safety, customer service, arboriculture care, and efficiency.
- We enjoy caring for some of Perth’s most beautiful parks and gardens on behalf of government agencies, commercial properties and high-end private properties.
- We offer arboriculture work to a high standard, with a focus on tree care and preservation.
- We provide advice and consult with clients on their arboriculture requirements that promote the best outcomes for trees.
- We use and maintain best in class equipment for our arborists.
Who you are:
- A strong leader with a positive attitude & ability to mentor crew members and to communicate effectively.
- An experienced tree climber with demonstrated leadership skills.
- An experienced arborist who cares about the craft of arboriculture, with an appetite to improve outcomes for our urban environment.
- A professional with a willingness to learn and develop.
- A team player who respects his fellow employees and management alike.
Preferred Skills
Preferred Skills
- Ideally 5+ years working as a climbing Arborist with the ability to perform all basic aspects of tree care production work
- Rigging experience and comfortable working in tight urban environments
- Experience in a customer service people-facing position
- Demonstrated general knowledge of trees
- Working knowledge and understanding of ANZSI & WHS standards, or willingness to learn
- Valid Drivers License Manual, preferably Class MR
- Holding, or ability to obtain First Aid / CPR Holding, or ability to obtain EWP licence
- Certificate qualifications / ISA Certified Arborist or equivalent
Benefits Offered
Hours
- Monday to Friday 40 hour/week full time position.
- Overtime and emergency call out roster.
Job Particulars, Salary and Sponsorship
- Employer paid superannuation currently at 11%
- 20 days annual leave per year plus sick leave per National Employment Standard
- Overseas applications are strongly encouraged and we welcome 6 month positions for candidates currently on, or planning to obtain, a working holiday visa (417).
- Advice and assistance with VISA applications and housing/accommodation can also be provided for successful applications. We will provide sponsorship for the right candidate.
- Rate of pay based on experience and qualifications.
- Salary range $75,000 to $95,000 (GBP 42,000 – GBP 50,000)
About the Company
Professional Tree Surgeons
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Professional Tree Surgeons has been a WA family run business since 1967. We are proud to be recognised as Western Australia’s first certified Tree Surgery company, dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of Perth’s urban forest.
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