Lead Climbing Arborist Wanted - Auckland

About the job

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DS Trees is a privately owned arboriculture company based in East Auckland, New Zealand — and we’re far more than just a tree service.

We’re a family-oriented crew with an awesome team culture built on trust, hard work, and good humour. We back each other on the ground and in the canopy, and we’re proud of the reputation we’ve built across both residential and commercial sites.

Right now, we’re looking for an experienced Lead Climber to take charge of a 4th crew as we continue to grow. You’ll be leading from the front — on the tools, mentoring your team, and working across a huge variety of jobs that’ll keep your skills sharp and your days interesting.

We run modern gear, including a tidy fleet of trucks, a digger, stump grinders, and well-maintained climbing and rigging equipment — because the right tools make a big difference.

Thinking of making the move to New Zealand?
We’re an Accredited Employer and work with an excellent immigration agent. If you’ve got the skills, we’ll help you sort the paperwork and support you every step of the way.

Preferred Skills

What we are looking for:

• Qualified or Experienced Arborists – We’ll back your goals and help you level up with full support.

• Team Players – Bring the right attitude, a safety-first mindset, and a drive to learn (or help train the next wave).

• Licensed Legends – Full Class 1 NZ licence (Or the ability to change to NZ Licence). We’ll help you get those Heavy Truck licenses too.

• And if you’re that all-round Unicorn – multi-skilled, motivated, and ready to shine – we definitely want to hear from you.

Benefits Offered

What we offer:

• Regular work hours- usually 7am - 4pm however if you get your job completed early you get to knock off early and still get paid full hours! 

• All Training Costs Covered if you want to expand your knowledge – Industry quals through PITO, specialist training, hands-on coaching — we’ve got your back.

• Ongoing Up-skilling – Climbing, rigging, machinery operations — you’ll get stuck into the lot.

• Paid Day Off for Your Birthday – Because everyone deserves a treat on their special day.

• Epic Xmas Parties & Team Alignment Days – Celebrate wins properly and keep the crew connected.

• Family Feel, No Corporate Chains – Just real support, good yarns, and solid work.

• Full team support - You bring the skills, we bring the support. We won’t hover, but we’ve always got your back

• Room to Grow – Step up into leadership, specialise, or expand your skills — we’ll help make it happen.

• Full PPE and equipment supplied - We want to ensure your full safety and supply you with the right equipment required! 

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About the Company

DS Trees LTD

Based in Auckland, DS Trees is a fast-growing arboriculture company tackling everything from backyard pruning jobs to major commercial site clearances. Whether it’s delicate residential tree work or large-scale removals, we do it all – and we do it with pride.

We’re not just looking for workers — we’re building a team of motivated legends who want to grow with the company, take pride in a job well done, and enjoy working outdoors with a solid crew.

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