Climbing Arborist

Trade · Whakatane, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand · Full-Time · $30/hr

Arborists aiming for a long-term career in New Zealand can apply for one of two Climbing Arborist positions in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. The employer is an established name in tree care, and it hires on fit, weighing qualifications, practical experience and technical ability.

Assignments move between residential, rural and commercial settings, ranging from everyday tree maintenance and reductions to technical removals and major projects. Professional standards are high: careful planning, safe execution, quality results and retaining mature trees and vegetation where feasible. Paid training supports ongoing skills development for professionals from India and around the world planning their next career step.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert climbing arborist services for residential, rural and commercial properties, including large commercial projects
Undertake pruning, reduction work and technical removals
Determine the climbing, rigging and dismantling method best suited to each tree and site
Direct aerial and ground-based operations safely and operate specialist arboricultural plant and equipment as required
Evaluate site conditions and adhere to planned work and safety procedures
Protect structures, infrastructure, retained vegetation and other site assets, favouring tree retention and vegetation protection wherever reasonably possible
Keep climbing equipment, tools, machinery and PPE at a professional standard
Coordinate with ground crew and fellow arborists for efficient job completion, and engage in paid training and continuous skills development
Attend emergency and callout tree work as required, sustaining consistent standards of safety, reliability and quality

Requirements & Eligibility

Level 3 or Level 4 Arboriculture qualification, or equivalent experience that can be demonstrated
A proven track record as a climbing arborist
Competence in aerial climbing and tree work
Practical rigging and technical removal experience
Capacity to run climbing operations independently on suitable jobs, backed by a strong understanding of safe arboricultural practice
Class 1 driver's licence (essential)
Class 2 or heavy transport licence (advantageous)
Physical capability to perform demanding outdoor tree work
A reliable, honest and professional approach combined with strong teamwork and communication skills
Willingness to pursue further arboricultural training where required
Overseas candidates with verifiable relevant qualifications and experience are welcome, with sponsorship available for suitable overseas applicants
Candidates must meet relevant New Zealand work visa and employer requirements

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