Job description

Are you looking for your next contract? Consider working with Brisbane City Council as part of our tree management teams . The role will see you working on council projects various sites around Brisbane. About your new role
Participate in a wide variety of arboriculture activities, including tree removal and maintenance, chemical application, utilising specialist equipment.
A high level of skill in the work you do with a strong focus on ensuring safety and following WHS guidelines.

Tree maintenance, pruning and removal
Chipper operations
Chemical application
Stump grinding
Training of new staff

What you will need to exceed A strong sense of teamwork with an interest in ensuring projects are completed to a high standard. Prevous experience as a climbing arborist or worked in a similar role previously and a commitment to safety.

Certificate III in Arboriculture - Highly Desirable or solid industry experience
Chainsaw Level 3 - Highly Desirable
Chipper ticket - Highly Desirable
'C' Class license & reliable transport - Essential
First Aid & CPR - Highly Desirable
Work Safely in the Construction Industry (white card) - Essential
Working Safely at Heights - Highly Desirable
Traffic Management Implementation - Highly Desirable

In addition, you will need to be willing to obtain an MR vehicle licence within 3 months of commencement (If you do not already have one)
What you will get in return
Brisbane City Council is one of the biggest civil construction and maintenance employers in Queensland. There are many benefits including

A quality fleet of trucks and machinery
Variety in size and location of projects.
competitive rates including overtime and penalty rates where applicable
uniforms supplied and all tools provided

Next steps
If you think you're ticking all the boxes, click APPLY below. Get started today! Have a question before applying? Please contact For more available roles with Brisbane City Council, visit our website - https://www.randstad.com.au/careers-brisbane-city-council/

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 27 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Trades
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary: Hourly Rate
  • Location: Zillmere, QLD 4034
  • Job Nature: Full Time

Company Details

  • Name: Lydia Tynan
  • Location: QLD - Brisbane & Gold Coast - Brisbane & Surrounds