We’re growing our Commercial crew across Melbourne CBD and surrounding areas and are looking for experienced Tree Workers or candidates with relevant hands-on industry experience. Work spans utility, council, rail and other commercial sites, offering variety and consistent travel across multiple locations.
If you enjoy physical work, varied job sites and regular travel for work — including living away when required — this could be the role for you.
What is the role?
This is a hands-on, physically demanding outdoor role suited to an experienced Tree Worker or someone with exposure to arboriculture, vegetation management, EWP or machine operation.
You’ll be part of a skilled, supportive crew delivering tree trimming and dismantling services across a range of commercial environments, including utility, council and rail sites. This role suits someone who enjoys variety, working across different locations, and travelling for work as part of the job.
Using a range of handheld and pole‑mounted equipment, you’ll play a key role in completing work safely, efficiently and to a high standard. You’ll rotate through a range of tasks throughout the day, including:
- Pre-starts and equipment maintenance checks
- Manual tree pruning and dismantling
- Chainsaw operation (handheld and pole-mounted)
- Tree climbing operations
- Ground crew support and site set-up
- Identifying hazards and contributing to on-site risk assessments
- Loading, unloading and working around trucks and machinery
- Candidates from vegetation management, ground crew, labouring, chipper, EWP or machine operator backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Why choose Active?
- Full-time, permanent employment- Job security
- Interstate work available
- Starting from $41+ per hour (incl. super)
- Fortnightly RDOs – enjoy regular time off
- Living Away Allowance & Travel Allowance + Overtime
- All PPE and uniforms provided
- Clear career pathways – many of our leaders started on the tools
- Ongoing training and development to support your growth
- Employee Benefits Program – discounts with major retailers
- Employment assistance program
- A strong safety-first culture – getting home safe matters to us
Do you have?
- A current driver’s licence (essential)
- Relevant hands-on experience in arboriculture, vegetation management, agriculture, EWP or machine operation
- A strong focus on safety, teamwork, and a strong work ethic
- Able to travel for work, including living away for up to 2 weeks when required
Bonus, but not essential:
- White card/First aid/CPR
- Chainsaw qualifications (Cert Level 1 & 2 desirable)
- Cert 3 in Arboriculture
- Cert 2 ESI (Electrical Supply Industry)
- Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card
- Excavator Ticket and/or Skid steer Ticket
- MR/HR Truck licence (highly regarded)
- An Elevated Work Platform licence (highly regarded)
Who are Active?
We are a family and Australian owned company, that is Australia’s largest provider of arboriculture, vegetation management and consultancy services. We service and advise major cities, governments, and utility companies across Australia, to help keep our environment safe and green.
At Active, we have a proven track record of nurturing our people, equipping them with the skills and qualifications to succeed. Through traineeships, apprenticeships, and internal development, our team members have the opportunity to grow, thrive, and advance across and up our organisation. Join Active and you will have a clear path to success.
Check out our team member stories on our website www.activetreeservices.com.au
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