Who we are

In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life.

As caretakers for Melbourne’s water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity.

Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra—we’re there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world’s cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home —just as we have for over 130 years.

If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what’s right, you're in the right place.

About the Role

Reporting to Program Lead Environment, this is a pivotal role within the Service Delivery Portfolio. As the Crew Arborist you will be responsible for: execution of tree and vegetation management, making a difference to our working environment within a place where you can learn and perform to your fullest potential.

• Performing tree and vegetation management and maintenance/project activities including tree climbing, and aerial lift duties.
• Operating heavy plant and equipment.
• Understanding and undertaking defined quality control/assurance on activities performed.
• Taking care of own and colleagues Health and Safety through identification and reporting of hazards and active involvement in improvement initiatives. 
• Performing routine maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Support a culture of Health, Safety & Wellbeing.
• A valid Driver’s Licence (MR minimum) is required as this role requires occasional travel.

For more information please review the Position Description:  Position Description -Crew Arborist.pdf

About you:

• You have the ability to work proactively as a member of the team, contribute fully to team decision-making and take responsibility for own role in ensuring the safety of all team members and other personnel on site.
• Demonstrated experience performing on-ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift (EWP), duties with relevant certificate of competency, (minimum Certificate III in Arboriculture).
• Other qualifications such as Industry White Card, First Aid, Chainsaw Ticket, etc
• Problem solving skills, including the ability to deliver the appropriate outcomes. 
• Sound interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of people both within Melbourne Water, external organisations and with the general public. 
• Ability to work and contribute in a team environment to improve processes, respond to various demands and manage multiple activities simultaneously. 

This full time roles is based at our South East Regional office in Bangholme with field-based works occurring on sites and assets throughout Melbourne Waters network.

Why join us:

At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it.

Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian’s way of life, one drop at a time.

We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working – but that’s not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated.

If you’re curious, action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.

How to Apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.

Closing date: Sunday 17^th November 2024 at 11:55pm AEST