- An opportunity to assist in maintaining the City's urban forest
- Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
- Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate arborist or tree lover with horticultural qualifcations, to join our team and help maintain the City of Cockburn's urban forest.
Reporting to the Urban Forest Supervisor, you will undertake pruning, removals, establishment and risk mitigation works in line with AS4373 and City standards. This hands-on role involves using plant and equipment safely and efficiently while delivering high quality oucomes. You'll contribute to a positive team environment, engage respectfully with the community, and support storm response and emergency works as required - playing an important role in the safe and effective management of the City's urban forest.
About you
You are a safety-focused and reliable arborist or qualifed horticulturist with sound knowledge of tree species, growth habits and pruning techniques. You bring hands-on experience using arboricultural tools and equipment, along with a strong commitment to delivering quality work in line with standards.
A team player, you communicate respectfully with colleagues and the community, contribute to a positive work environment, and are willing to support emergency and after-hours response when required. Besides demonstrated experience, you’ll need to have:
- Cert II Arboriculture or Cert III Horticulture
- Chainsaw operation ticket
- Provide First Aid qualifcation
- MR License
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary and Benefits: Starting from Level 4 Step 1 – Step 4 ($75,176 - $78,468) of the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications and experience.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Logan Vickers, Urban Forest Supervisor on (08) 9411 3444.
Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.
You will need to address the selection criteria detailed in the Position Description and Advertisement as part of your application (maximum of two pages).
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, alcohol and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Monday 27 July 2026 at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
- Position Description - GH Arboriculture.pdf
