Tree Management Officer

Tree Management Officer

• Salary $94,406.52 to $109,512.00 p/a + super
• Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Access to Flex Leave

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.

With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.

About the role

Council is seeking a Tree Management Officer to play a vital role in preserving and enhancing the unique tree canopy that defines our beautiful local government area.

As a Tree Management Officer, you will be responsible for the assessment, regulation and preservation of trees on public and private land across the Ku-ring-gai local government area.

This role plays a key part in implementing Council’s Tree Management policies, responding to customer requests, and ensuring compliance with relevant environmental legislation.

Reporting to the Coordinator Tree Management, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Administer and implement Council’s Tree Management policies and procedures
• Assess applications and undertake inspections of tree works in accordance with Council’s LEP, DCP, and AS4373-2007
• Investigate reports of unauthorised tree works, gather evidence, prepare statements, and act as an expert witness where required
• Issue tree work consents, refusals, and Penalty Infringement Notices in line with relevant legislation and Council policies
• Respond to customer enquiries and maintain accurate records

Qualifications, Skills & experience

• AQF Level 5 in Arboriculture
• TRAQ or QTRA certification (or willingness to obtain the one not held)
• Current Class C Driver Licence
• WHS White Card
• Relevant experience in arboriculture or local government tree management
• Proven ability to assess and manage tree-related matters on public and private land
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to consult and resolve conflict.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy in MS applications, TRIM, Technology One, GIS and Customer Request systems

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Access to Flex Leave *
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave per calendar year
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive and progressive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

* Council has a Flex Leave Policy that effectively provides staff with a 9-day fortnight or 19-day month, depending on the extra hours worked

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria listed in the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Contact Stephen Wall on 9424 0698

Closes: 11:30pm, Sunday 5 July 2026

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer