Arborist
Trade · Hamilton, New Zealand · Full-Time · $30 - $40/hr
Are you a tree climber who has proven your skills on real jobs? A well-established arboricultural business in Waikato, New Zealand, is looking for an experienced Climbing Arborist who is confident at height and happy to help with ground operations and wider tree-care projects too.
The work is varied: residential and commercial properties, plus council, utility and land-clearance projects. You will be part of an experienced team with professional equipment, ongoing training and structured health and safety practices.
The employer wants to verify your qualifications, hands-on experience and capabilities during recruitment. This makes the process more reliable for you and for them, and helps make sure the right person ends up in the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Climb trees for maintenance and management work, carrying out pruning, trimming and removals with the right techniques
- Take on ground crew duties when needed
- Use chainsaws, climbing gear, machinery and other tools safely
- Work at height while sticking closely to strict safety standards
- Help on utility, council, commercial, residential and land-clearance jobs
- Check the condition of each tree and follow the right work method
- Work efficiently and professionally on every site, keeping work areas organised and following site safety rules
- Coordinate with fellow climbers and the ground crew throughout each project, and communicate professionally with the team and clients
- Inspect and look after your protective equipment and arboricultural tools
- Join toolbox talks, health and safety meetings, refresher sessions and extra training to grow your technical and industry knowledge
- Stay dependable as outdoor conditions and project sites change
Requirements & Eligibility
- Minimum Level 3 NZQA Arboriculture qualification, or comparable industry credentials
- Minimum 2 years' hands-on climbing experience
- Proven experience in both aerial and ground-based arboricultural work, and the ability to show your genuine arboricultural skills
- Class 1 Driver Licence, Restricted or higher
- Able to do physically demanding outdoor work safely, and confident working at heights in varied weather
- A dependable work ethic and a strong sense of personal responsibility
- A positive, cooperative attitude to teamwork
- Commitment to health and safety at work, plus a high standard of professionalism and workmanship
- Level 3 Utility Arboriculture qualification is an advantage
- Class 2 Driver Licence is an advantage
- Relevant qualifications and experience gained overseas may be assessed for suitability
- Applicants must be able to provide proper evidence of their qualifications and employment experience
- International applicants must meet New Zealand immigration and employment eligibility requirements
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