- Do you like hiking and camping?
- Rock climbing?
- Working outdoors?
This is a great long term career path in a secure industry. We have a 3 year Australian Apprenticeship (Traineeship) in Certificate III Arboriculture (tree surgeon/tree climbing).
Training includes the safe use of all machinery and equipment, front end loader, rigging (mechanical winch), chainsaws, some elevated work platforms and cranes. Other duties and training include:
- Climbing trees
- Tree care/removal
- Pest and disease control/consultation
- Driving truck (may obtain MR licence)
- Learn to use ropes
- Trim and shape/pruning of trees
- Stump removal
Most work is in the Northern Suburbs. This is on residential and some commercial premises. Wages are paid under the National Training Wage. Must be fit for physical work. Hours are Monday – Friday 7am – 3.30pm. Some overtime may be required. Rostered days off.
- Drivers Licence and transport preferred
- Whitecard required
- 3 years on the job including 18 months at TAFE
No TAFE fees and attendance is paid work time.
To fast track your application phone Kerry on 0438 984214 between 9am-4.30pm Mon-Wed
Please forward your resume including a cover letter to kduck@austrg.com.au
Australian Training Company (ATC) employ apprentices and place them with host employers. ATC pay wages, superannuation and all administration related to payroll.
Job Features
| Job Category | Arboriculture |
| Vacancy | Certificate III in Arboriculture (Climbing Arborist) |
| Start date | ASAP |
| Interview date | ASAP |
| Age, School level required | Minimum Year 10 |
| Skills required | White Card required |