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Are you passionate about tree and vegetation management? Are you seeking an outdoor role that adds value to your local community? We are currently seeking new Tree Workers (Trades Assistant) and if you have these skills then this is your chance to rewrite the future with us! Engage in handson tree and vegetation management across the Central Coast Work collaboratively with a supportive team to enhance your skills and make a difference Permanent full-time role with 9day fortnight About the role The role of Tree Worker (Trades Assistant) plays a crucial role in maintaining the natural beauty of the Central Coast region. Reporting to the Team Leader Public Tree Risk Management and Operations, this role will see you assist in various tree and vegetation management activities, contributing to the safety and enhancement of Council''s reserves and natural areas. In this role you will be responsible for operating all required equipment safely, completing administrative tasks as required, and ensuring that all work complies with relevant policies and procedures. This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community. What were looking for Current Chainsaw Trim & crosscut felled trees licence Current Construction General Induction Card NSW Safe Work or equivalent Experience using hand tools and minor plant equipment Ability to work in a team environment and provide quality customer service to the public Extensive experience in general tree maintenance using a range of chainsaws, a chipper, gardening and parks maintenance Commitment to safety and customer service in a team setting (provide examples) Commitment to obtaining other required licences (e.g., White Card, drivers licence) within specified timeframe Experience or willingness to obtain Chainsaw Trim & crosscut felled trees licence Experience or willingness to obtain First Aid certificate The commencing salary for this position is up to $61,000 per year. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $70,700 per year on completion of assessment of skills and performance, plus 12% superannuation and $19.49 per week working allowance. Other key aspects: Permanent fulltime role available Access to a 9day fortnight Located at Council''s Long Jetty Depot Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies. Extras Long service leave after 5 years of continuous service Time provided for annual skin cancer screening, breast screen and blood donations Access to professional development and learning programs through various platforms Recognition through our Cheers programme Novated leasing partnerships Central Coast Council is committed to equal opportunity employment and fostering equity, diversity and respect. Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast. Contact Contact person: James Lawson, Section Manager Environmental Infrastructure. Phone: . Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 17May2026. Location Central Coast Council is ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour''s drive from Newcastle. The Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. It is the fastestgrowing region in NSW and the third largest local government area and the sixth largest in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr