Division: CITY SERVICES 
Unit: CITY GREENING & LEISURE  
Section:  TREE MANAGEMENT 
Salary:  AUD $109,224.00 per annum plus Superannuation
Employment status: Term Contract for up to 3 years
Employment arrangement: Full Time
Location: Sydney CBD 

Option to work under a 19 day month arrangement

At the City of Sydney our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Sustainable Sydney 2030 – developing a green, global and connected city.

The City is seeking a Project Manager - Tree Planting to join our Tree Management Team.

The City’s Tree Management Team is a leader in urban forest management. We are guided by our Sustainable Sydney and urban forest strategies to deliver ambitious goals to increase canopy cover and improve the urban forest.

Working as part of the Tree Management Team, the Project Manager - Tree Planting will manage the City’s street, park and property tree planting programs to best practise industry, asset and contract management standards. Your responsibilities will also include managing service contracts, collecting and analysing data, providing expert technical arboricultural advice to a range of stakeholders and contributing to the City’s tree management and urban forest policies.

You will have or be currently studying for an AQF Level 5 Diploma in Arboriculture, or have equivalent demonstrated industry experience with a minimum AQF Level 4 horticulture or landscape design qualification. You will also have demonstrated comprehensive understanding and experience in young tree assessment, tree planting operations and programs, conflicts with infrastructure, and a comprehensive understanding of contract management.

Excellent communication skills are also required, as is a proven track record in meeting strict deadlines, balancing and responding flexibly to competing priorities and to work effectively as part of a team.

Do you want to be part of something challenging and rewarding? Are you passionate about serving our community? The City might be the right career move for you.

To apply:  Click on 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and respond to the online application questions that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Please note the "Essential Criteria Response" field in the online application does not require you to respond or upload a document.

This role will require a national criminal check and pre-employment health declaration.

Position description: CLICK HERE to view or download the position description.

Applications must be made online via the City’s website by 11.59pm on Tuesday 25 August 2020.

For further information contact: Karen Sweeney, Urban Forest Manager on 02 9265 9173.

Employee Benefits: CLICK HERE for more information on the benefits of working in Council.

At the City we provide equal employment opportunity. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.