Field Staff Horticulturalist
About this job
As a Trainee Field Staff Arborist/Horticulturalist, you will have the unique opportunity to learn and grow within the field of arboriculture while contributing to the maintenance and preservation of New Plymouth's trees and green spaces. This position offers hands-on experience and training, allowing you to become qualified as you work. - Assist experienced arborists with tree care and maintenance tasks - Perform pruning, planting, and removal of trees - Conduct tree health assessments and report findings - Operate and maintain arboricultural equipment - Ensure safety protocols are followed at all times - Participate in training and professional development sessions If you are a team player with a 'can do - will do' attitude and are keen to have a direct impact on making the district look great, this could be the position for you!
Job Requirements
-Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions -Positive attitude and a strong willingness to learn -Full driver's licence (class two licence desirable) -Commitment to obtaining relevant arboricultural qualifications while working -Good communication and teamwork skills - Drug free - Pass police check
- Days of work
- Monday to Friday 7.30-4.30, however must be flexible to work one day in the weekend if required. (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- tbc
- Job Category
- Gardeners
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full(Class 1) - Car Licence, (Class 2) - Medium Rigid Vehicle Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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