A fantastic full-time permanent opportunity is available for a Parks General Hand to join our dynamic Arborist team within the Parks and Environment branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high-quality environment through the establishment and maintenance of the city’s Parks, Reserves and Streetscapes.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Participate in proactive tree maintenance
• Contribute towards quality outcomes including recognising, reporting and correcting quality deviations and/or faults within the work site commensurate with your level of employment
• Participate in the development and implementation of tree maintenance strategies in conjunction with the Team and the Team Leader
• Participate in the development and implementation of maintenance programmes in conjunction with the Team and Precinct Team Leader
• Participate in the implementation of capital work projects as required
• Comply with Council’s relevant policies and procedures
• Operate a wide range of horticultural equipment and machinery (e.g. chain saws, pole saws, blowers etc)
• Operate council vehicles
• Ability to take and follow instructions
• Being responsible for the quality and completion of own tasks
• Contribute to the promotion of a safe working environment within the City of Subiaco
• Report all hazards and near misses to the Team Leader when handling materials and operating tools, equipment, vehicles and plant when carrying out tasks relating to this position
• Comply with WHS Act, Work Safe and all relevant requirements
• Participate in training/development activities to improve personal and team knowledge and service provision
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position

Further information on the requirements of the role can be found in the position description, which can be requested by emailing recruitment@subiaco.wa.gov.au, referencing this position title.

Essential criteria:

• Completed or studying towards an appropriate qualification or equivalent industry experience
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Skills and knowledge in the use of a wide range of horticultural equipment and machinery
• Basic oral and written literacy and numeracy skills
• Working knowledge of Work Health and Safety
• Experience in tree management essential
• Current MR class WA driver's licence as a minimum 
• Chainsaw certification

Desirable:

• Basic Traffic Management certification 
• Senior First Aid
• Heavy Rigid vehicle licence

Salary package: 

In line with the City of Subiaco Operational Staff Industrial Agreement 2025, this position is classified as a Level T2. The salary range is $79,928.21 to $81,872.99, exclusive of superannuation.

Working for the City of Subiaco:

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and offer great benefits to help you achieve a positive work-life balance, including (but not limited to):

• Up to four weeks of annual leave plus the option to accrue time in lieu.
• Sustainable travel allowance or a parking permit
• Free membership to Lords Recreation Centre
• Health Insurance Corporate Membership discounts
• Superannuation co-contributions
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Learning and development options

See what other benefits the City can offer you here: https://www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/your-council/who-we-are-en/working-here/benefits

Application process:

To apply for this position, please click Apply or alternatively Apply with Seek to submit your application. You will be asked to upload a CV and a cover letter to support your application. To be considered for the role, it is essential that you demonstrate in your application how you meet the essential criteria. You should ensure that the information you provide in your application is relevant to the job role and is a true and accurate reflection of your experience and skillset.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment in which everyone is included and treated fairly with respect. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The closing date for applications is 14 September 2025. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted, prior to the closing date. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you submit an application as soon as you are able to. We reserve the right to close the advertisement before the listed date.