Are you passionate about trees, green spaces, and contributing to a thriving urban environment? We are seeking a dedicated Arboriculture Maintenance Worker to join our team and help care for the valuable tree assets across our municipality. About the Role In this hands-on role, you will play an important part in preserving and enhancing the health, safety, and appearance of Council’s CBD, Botanic Gardens and landscaped assets. Working within a supportive environment, you will carry out maintenance, inspections, and improvement works across a diverse range of streetscapes, parks, and high-profile public areas. About You We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to high standards of horticultural and arboricultural care. You will have: Experience in arboriculture, horticulture, or tree maintenance (or related field) Knowledge of tree health, pruning techniques, and safe work practices Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Good communication skills and a customer-focused approach A willingness to contribute your technical expertise to improve Council’s green assets The Benefits This is a permanent full time position and carries a base salary of $68,751 per annum (including industry allowance), excluding superannuation. To Apply Please click on the Apply Now button, and submit your Resume and Cover Letter. Questions If after reading the position description you have further questions please contact Paul Lamb, Senior Supervisor Tree Planting & Maintenance, on 0401 368 200 or plamb@warrnambool.vic.gov.au . Applications close: 5.00pm Sunday 14 December 2025. Warrnambool City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer Council is committed to a child safe and child friendly city, where all children are valued and protected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm, and child safety is our highest priority and shared responsibility. Please note, that all prospective Warrnambool City Council employees will be required to undertake a medical assessment. Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which include reference checks and a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, please visit www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au/careers
