We’re growing our Commercial Arboriculture crew across Melbourne and surrounding areas, and we’re on the lookout for experienced Tree Workers who want challenging, rewarding work in the great outdoors.
If you enjoy physical work, varied job sites, working with quality specialised equipment, and being part of a crew that genuinely has each other’s backs - this could be the role that takes your career to the next level.
What is the role?
This is a hands-on, physically demanding outdoor role for an experienced Tree Worker who thrives on practical, varied commercial arboriculture work.
You’ll be part of a skilled, supportive crew delivering tree trimming, dismantling services across a range of commercial sites. Every day is different - new locations, new challenges, and real satisfaction seeing the results of your work.
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
- If you’ve worked in the vegetation or arboriculture industry - whether in a ground crew, labouring role or chipper work - you’ll feel right at home here.
Why choose Active?
- Full-time, permanent employment- Job security
- Interstate work available
- $36 + per hour (aligned to your experience) + superannuation
- 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)
- Ideally 2+ years’ experience in arboriculture, vegetation management or agriculture
- A strong focus on safety, teamwork, and a strong work ethic
- Flexibility to Live Away from Home for up to 2 weeks when required
Great, 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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