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Full time, OngoingBand 3, Starting salary $68,201 (Inc Industry Allowance) plus superannuationBase hourly rate from $34.51 per hour (Incl Industry Allowance) plus superannuationClick here to view the Position DescriptionThe City of Greater Bendigo is in the heart of central Victoria on Dja Dja Wurrung and Taungurung Country. Located just 90 minutes'' drive to Melbourne, our region offers all the benefits of a large city with a warm and welcoming country feel.With a growing population, Greater Bendigo is an attractive region that boasts the Bendigo Art Gallery, theatres, stunning heritage buildings and natural surrounds that provide great recreational opportunities.Our region is famous for its food and wine as well as having high quality education and health services. There is a wide range of housing options and excellent rail and road networks with Bendigo Airport having regular direct flights to Sydney. We provide over 65 important services to support our community which is heading towards a population of 200,000 by 2050. Now is a great time to join us!The RoleAre you an Arborist looking for a new challenge in an organisation that offers stability, job security, generous leave provisions and learning and development opportunities?As One Of The City''s Arborists You WillMaintain and improve Bendigo''s Parks and Gardens to improve the presentation of our cityCarry out and record all tree works, including removals, amenity pruning and habitat pruningUndertake the contemporary pruning, maintenance, removal and planting techniques of the City''s tree populationOperate plant and equipment associated with contemporary urban tree maintenance practicesAssist with the application of a variety of chemicals associated with contemporary urban tree managementThis position works a 9-day fortnight with every second Monday as an RDO. Work hours are 7.30am to 4.30pm.You will meet at our Adam Street Depot in Golden Square and travel out to site within the Greater Bendigo region.About YouQualifications and experience in ArboricultureSkills and experience in the safe and competent operation of a variety of arboriculture related plant and equipment, including elevated work platforms, truck mounted cranes, branch chippers and chain saw operationAbility to work cooperatively and positively in a team environment and operate as an effective team memberDemonstrated ability to effectively manage a safe and efficient worksite, including an understanding of the basic OH&S principles and practicesGood communications skills with the ability to maintain both written and electronic recordsA satisfactory police records check, driver''s licence with Medium Rigid (MR) endorsement as a minimum and Construction Induction Training Card are required for this position.BenefitsAnnual salary increases | Learning and development opportunitiesAll PPE, tools and equipment supplied | Stable and secure employmentPaid parental leave | Purchased leave | Study leaveVisit our Employee Benefits website for more of our benefits.ContactIf you require any further information regarding this position, please contact Mark Fahy, Coordinator Arboriculture and Urban Forest on 0436 298 880.To ApplyPlease submit your cover letter, outlining why you are interested in this position and detailing your relevant experience with your current CV/resume by close of business Monday 2 February 2026.Apply Now#J-18808-Ljbffr