Qualified Arborist / Climber Required!

[Classic Tree Services]

Classic Tree Services are looking for experienced and certified climbing or EWP arborists to join our established teams working in Perth, Western Australia.

 

The position offers varied and interesting roles covering all aspects of arboriculture. Main duties include tree pruning and removals, cable bracing and general tree healthcare. In addition to climbing using a rope and harness CTS runs a large fleet of vehicles including multiple truck mounted EWPs, spider lift EWP, HIAB crane, and Schaffer Loader to assist operations where possible.

40 hour/week full time position, with overtime and emergency call out roster commonly available.

 

Additional skill and meal allowances are provided. Employer paid superannuation, 10 days personal leave, 20 days annual leave +17% loading p/year.

Successful candidates are expected to be motivated and carry out works to a high standard.

 

Overseas applications are strongly encouraged and we welcome 6 month positions for candidates currently on, or planning to obtain, a working holiday visa (417). Advice and assistance with VISA applications and housing/accommodation can also be provided for successful applications.

 

As part of client requirements and to ensure the safety of all workers CTS undertake regular drug and alcohol screening of staff. All applicants must be willing to undertake testing if required

 

If you are looking for a job in a sunny, coastal destination, to learn the latest industry techniques and develop your qualifications then we would love to hear from you!

 

Full time position, Monday-Friday, 40 hrs week - overtime commonly available 

Rate of pay between $35-$40 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. 

 

Minimum requirements: 

Cert III in Arboriculture (AQF3, NPTC's, National Diploma or equivalent) 

Level 1 Chainsaw operation (AQF, NPTC or equivalent) 

Full unrestricted ‘Class C’ driving license 

Relevant industry experience

 

Desirable: 

White Card 

Cert II ESI Powerline Vegetation Control 

MR or HR driving licence 

Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence 

Squirrel operation and experience 

HIAB or Schaffer licence and experience 

First Aid Certification 

Traffic Management and Traffic Controller qualification 

Advanced chainsaw qualifications or experience, rigging etc 

Supervisory or team leader experience 

 

About the company: 

Classic Tree Services have been operating for over 30 years, providing a diverse range of arboricultural services and advice throughout the Perth region.

During this time CTS has developed into one of the largest companies in Perth with clients being predominantly local governmental bodies, along with commercial organizations and private companies/individuals.

Training and development are encouraged and offered for all staff and at all skill levels. This includes traffic management, first aid, specialist equipment use as well as formal industry Cert III and Diploma qualifications.

 

As an active member of Arboricultural Australia and other industry bodies, our experience and expertise within the industry is highly regarded within the community.  Staff regularly attend as well as organize lectures and conferences with industry leaders to ensure our staff are kept up to date with current research and standards

CTS currently employee staff from multiple countries and backgrounds and promote a diverse workforce. CTS is an equal opportunity employer with zero tolerance towards any form of discrimination and encourages anyone suitably qualified to apply.

 

Overseas applications are strongly encouraged and we welcome 6 month positions for candidates currently on, or planning to obtain, a working holiday visa (417). Advice and assistance with VISA applications and housing/accommodation can also be provided for successful applications.

 

Please contact Tom Robinson at: [email protected] or call +61410582778 during normal business hours (AWST).

 

Edited May 2, 2023 by Classic Tree Services
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[Classic Tree Services]

Thanks to those who have applied, we still have a position available of anyone is interested please get in touch.

Edited May 12, 2023 by Classic Tree Services