Trainee 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 a Trainee Arborist, you will learn and develop the skills needed to become a safe and successful Arborist. Your day-to-day responsibilities willinclude:Assisting the team with maintenance of trees and shrubs Learning how to climb trees using ropes and harnesses Operating equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders Gaining knowledge in tree identification, disease diagnosis, and pest control Learning health and safety practices to ensure safe work on siteAttending training sessions as required to develop your knowledge What We're Looking For Previous experience in the field is not required. If you are a hard worker, passionate about working outdoors, and eager to learn, you would be a perfect candidate. Other success factors include: Willingness to learn and commitment to trainingA current full driver’s license with the ability to drive a manual Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions—helping teammates should come naturally Desire to adhere to the company's health and safety procedures Motivation and a strong desire to complete tasks Physically fit—able to climb trees and lift heavy objectsNext 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. If you’re ready to take the next step and join a company that 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