Horticulture / Tree Maintenance

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Tree Maintenace professional to join our team at Tree Planting and Watering. This full-time role is based in O'Connor WA 6163 and will play a vital part in our mission to maintain and enhance the local greenery and urban forest.

What you'll be doing

• Formative pruning of 1-3 year old trees according to best horticultural practice.

• Pesticide (glyphosate) spraying.

• Re-staking and re-tying of trees.

• Hand weeding from the tree well.

• Rubbish and debris removal from tree well.

• Driving a maintenance utility vehicle legally, at a safe speed whilst aware of pedestrians, cyclists, other vehicles and traffic conditions.

• Tree planting works

• Tree watering

Qualifications & experience

• Horticultural experience/qualifications.

• Minimum 1+ years of horticultural experience required.

• Entry level horticultural experience is acceptable for this position.

• WA Pest technician licence.

• WA Pest Technician licence must be held before commencing employment.

• Basic Worksite Traffic Management (not essential).

• White card

• White Card certification must be obtained before starting in this role.

• MR driving licence. (optional)

• Standard car licence is the minimum driving licence required.

• Ability to work autonomously.

• Valid work visa is acceptable for this position.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in tree maintenance and able to carry out tree planting and watering when required

• Strong knowledge of tree species, care requirements and growth patterns

• Ability to operate relevant equipment and machinery safely

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to safety and environmental best practices

• Relevant qualifications or certifications in horticulture or arboriculture