Tree Advisory Panel | Part-time Temporary

Closes: 28 September 2026

Classification: Board/Committee/Council
Remunerated at a rate of $560 per diem for members.
Position No: Tree Advisory Panel
Directorate: Independent Statutory Offices including boards, tribunals and committees
Advertised (Gazettal date): 20 August 2026
Contact Officer: Mark Diehm on CED.BoardsCommittees@act.gov.au or 6205 8679

The City and Environment Directorate is seeking Expressions of Interest from those with relevant qualifications interested in becoming a member on the Tree Advisory Panel (the Panel).

The Panel is established under the Urban Forest Act 2023 (the Act) to provide expert advice to the Conservator of Flora and Fauna on matters relating to tree protection in the ACT.

There is one expected member vacancy commencing in early 2027 with the successful candidate to be appointed for a period of three years.

Members are expected to bring relevant experience to Panel discussions and decisions to support the Panel in equitably carrying out the objects of the Act. This includes but is not limited to:

• knowledge of the Act and its application in the ACT;
• demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: arboriculture, forestry or horticulture;
• assisting the Panel with assessing applications;
• reviewing and assisting with the development of recommendations to the Conservator of Flora and Fauna;
• acquires strong written and oral skills for the production of assessment reports;
• ensuring good governance of the Panel;
• actively participating in Panel discussions and decisions; and
• guiding equitable decisions that ensure strong governance outcomes.

Panel members must hold extensive knowledge and experience in one or more of the following fields:

• arboriculture;
• forestry; or
• horticulture.

Collectively, the panel must include expertise in at least two of the above fields, and at least one member must have extensive knowledge and experience in arboriculture or forestry.

Panel meetings are held approximately every month and are remunerated under section 10 of the Remuneration Tribunal Act 1995 in accordance with Determination 13 of 2025 at a rate of $560 per diem for members.

Note: Appointments are for a period of up to three years.

How to Apply:

To apply for the advertised position, complete and submit the following:

• Your Expression of Interest coversheet.
• Your curriculum vitae with details of your:
  • work history;
  • experience on boards, councils or committees;
  • membership of professional or community organisations including membership of non-government boards and committees; and
  • other relevant experience.

• An Expression of Interest (of no more than two A4 pages) outlining your suitability in accordance with the position overview above.
• Applicants who are employed by a Commonwealth, State, or Territory government agency must obtain the necessary approval from their employer prior to submitting an application. Evidence of the relevant approval must be provided as part of the application process.
• A completed and signed copy of the Declaration of Private Interests Form (attached).

Applications should be submitted directly to the Contact Officer.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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