Tree Maintenance Worker - Juvenile Trees

• Full Time | 9 Day Fortnight | 36 hours
• $2,491.72 - $2,725.44 per fortnight excluding allowances plus superannuation
• Position Brief - Tree Maintenance Worker

About the team

Open Space Maintenance’s role is to provide maintenance services to ensure that parks and recreational facilities are maintained to a high standard and meet agreed levels of service with the Asset Custodians via Partnering Agreements. These maintenance operations are achieved through Area Coordinators, including the planning and implementation of maintenance programs for streetscapes, parklands, sporting fields, and roadsides. We also provide professional advice to various customers on the construction and maintenance of park infrastructure, open space areas and roadsides.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Tree Maintenance Worker to join our arboriculture team. This is a ground-based role focused on the care and maintenance of newly planted and establishing trees. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills and contribute to maintaining healthy, safe, and attractive urban landscapes.

As a Juvenile Tree Maintenance Worker, you will be responsible for the ongoing care and maintenance of newly planted and juvenile trees across parks, streetscapes, and public open spaces on the Gold Coast. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help ensure young trees establish successfully and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Watering newly planted and juvenile trees.
• Mulching and weed control around tree bases.
• Inspecting tree health and identifying maintenance requirements.
• Pruning juvenile trees to improve structure and promote healthy growth.
• Installing and maintaining tree stakes, ties, and guards.
• Applying fertiliser and soil conditioners where required.
• Recording completed works using mobile devices or work management systems.
• Operating and maintaining hand tools and small plant equipment.
• Following all Workplace Health and Safety procedures.
• Providing a professional level of customer service when interacting with the public.

The successful applicants will be appointed at the appropriate level based on qualifications, skills and experience between Level 2 and Level 7 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award - Operational.

We’re looking for people who have:

• Cert II in Horticulture / Conservation & Landcare Management / Arboriculture or related discipline, OR a minimum of 1 year industry experience
• MR Class Drivers Licence (Unrestricted) (Mandatory)
• General Construction Induction White Card (Mandatory)
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• The ability to work safely both independently and within a team
• Good physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• A commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining public assets

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• Uniform, tools and PPE provided
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.

How to apply

To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person    Alexandra McNulty

Contact Email      amcnulty@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Closing Date        Sunday, 09 August 2026 at 11:59pm AEDT

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.

This listing was sourced from 4dayweek.io.