About the Opportunity
At PMHC, every employee plays a part in delivering positive outcomes for our community. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Tree Team Leader to join our Vegetation Operations Team.
In this hands-on leadership role, you will supervise and support a small team delivering operational arboriculture services across Council’s diverse public tree network, helping maintain safe, healthy, and liveable public spaces.
On a typical day, you will:
Lead and support the arboriculture team in delivering tree maintenance works
Plan and allocate daily tasks across parks, reserves, roadsides, and other Council land
Undertake tree pruning, removals, inspections, and hazard assessments
Coordinate plant, equipment, materials, and traffic control requirements
Ensure compliance with WHS, environmental, and Council procedures
Conduct toolbox talks and support on-the-job training for team members
Operate and maintain arboriculture plant and equipment
Respond to operational issues and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
To succeed in this role, you will have:
Certificate III in Horticulture (Arboriculture) or equivalent, or Certificate II with a commitment to obtain Certificate III
Demonstrated arboriculture industry experience, including tree pruning and removals
Experience supervising or leading operational teams
Strong understanding of WHS requirements and SafeWork NSW Code of Practice – Amenity Tree Industry
Ability to undertake tree hazard assessments and inspections
Strong communication skills and demonstrated computer literacy
Class MR Driver Licence
Desirable:
Experience using operational technology systems, including tablets, GIS software, Microsoft Excel, and work scheduling platforms (e.g. Monday.com) or similar systems
Remuneration and Benefits
Employment type: Permanent, full-time role (38 hours per week with 9-day fortnight)
Starting salary of $80,812.39 to $90,454.25 per annum depending on skills and experience, plus 12% Super, and adverse working level 1 allowance
Benefits:
Fortnightly RDO
PPE provided
Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
Career development opportunities
Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
Long service leave after 5 years
Generous employee assistance program
Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
Questions?
If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role, please contact Joe Tonkin, Vegetation Operations Coordinator on 0400 081 860.
Interested in Applying?
Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.
You will find the position description when you apply for the role.
You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.
Applications Close: Sunday 19 July 2026 at 11:30pm.
Notes :
Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.
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