Consulting Arborist

We are seeking a motivated Consulting Arborist (AQF5 qualified) to join our Environmental Services team in Melbourne. This opportunity is suited to arborists at the early stages of their consulting career through to more experienced practitioners looking to further develop their technical expertise across a diverse project portfolio. We're interested in hearing from consulting arborists who are passionate about trees, urban environments, and delivering practical solutions for clients and communities.

Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of environmental professionals, you will contribute to the delivery of arboricultural assessments and advice for infrastructure, transport, land development, environmental planning, and urban greening projects. You will be supported by experienced specialists and have access to ongoing mentoring, professional development, and clear career progression pathways within a respected global consultancy.

Day-to-day tasks would involve:

• Undertake a range of arboricultural assessments, including Preliminary Arboricultural Assessments, Arboricultural Impact Assessments, Tree Protection Plans, and Hazardous Tree Assessments.

• Prepare clear and concise arboricultural reports and recommendations.

• Support planning approvals and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and local government requirements.

• Assist with project planning, proposal preparation, and stakeholder engagement activities.

• Provide arboricultural advice to project teams, clients, and external stakeholders.

• Contribute to biodiversity and environmental assessment projects where required.

• Collaborate with ecologists, environmental planners, engineers, and other technical specialists on multidisciplinary projects.

To be successful for the role, you’ll need:

• A qualification in Arboriculture at AQF Level 5 or above (Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent).

• Sound tree identification and tree assessment skills.

• Experience undertaking arboricultural inspections and reporting, or a strong desire to develop these skills within a consulting environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to build strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.

• A current Australian Driver's Licence.

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.

• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.

• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning

• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others

• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables

• Professional Memberships

• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

• Service Recognition Awards

• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

How to apply

If this position is of interest, submit your application online.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.