Arborist, Nelson

We are thrilled to have been chosen to manage the Nelson City Council Open Space Contract, starting July 1, 2025. This marks an exciting new chapter in caring for Nelson’s beautiful parks and reserves, building on a strong legacy of excellence. If you’re passionate about continuing to make a positive impact on your community and contributing to the future of these cherished spaces, we’d love for you to join our team.Please note that some job descriptions and titles may not align exactly with your current responsibilities, but please don’t be alarmed. We may simply have the role named differently, and we still encourage you to apply. We’d love to get to know you! About The Role As Arborist, you’ll play a key role in tree-related operations, including pruning, shaping, removals, reductions, and overall tree care. You’ll ensure that maintenance is top-notch while keeping safety a priority—for the public, your team, and yourself. Our team is passionate about what they do, and it shows in the quality of their work.What We're Looking For National Certificate in Arboriculture Level 4 (or equivalent) OR three + years proven practical experience Full driver's licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle, even better if you have a class 2 A strong commitment to workplace safety - the work we do is highly visible to the public so keeping things safe for them, your team and you is vital!Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic A good level of physical fitness and not be afraid to get stuck in Next steps Since our beginnings in 1992, we’ve grown into an industry leader with over 1,500 team members across New Zealand and Australia. We are passionate about enhancing the natural environment and supporting councils and clients in realising their forward-thinking visions. So, if you’re ready to take the next step and join a companythat has been an industry leader for more than 30 years, apply today.In accordance with the Company's Drug&Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test. #J-18808-Ljbffr