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Tree Worker

Active Group of Companies Port Pirie SA 5540

Permanent Full time
Similar jobs pay ~$57k - $65k

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Key points we found

  • Entry level and experienced tree worker roles available
  • Operate equipment such as chipper units and Elevated Work Platforms
  • Full time permanent position with benefits including PPE and allowances

We are looking to grow the team in Port Pirie, Gladstone and surrounding areas with individuals who have a can-do attitude. Do you enjoy physical work? Have a willingness to learn? and thrive working outdoors? We might have the role for you!

What is the Role:

Entry Level Tree Worker: The key responsibility of this role is to chip and remove debris from worksites through the safe operation of both the tip-truck and the chipper unit. You will rotate throughout the day between duties such as:

  • chipping vegetation
  • Safety observing
  • Setting up a safe worksite
  • Site clean-up
  • Ground cutting using a chainsaw

Experienced Tree Worker: The key responsibility of this role is to operate an Elevated Work Platform safely and effectively as well as operating other handheld tools to ensure the safe trimming and dismantling of trees. You will rotate throughout the day between duties such:

  • maintenance checks
  • operating the Elevated Work Platform
  • safety observing
  • chainsaw operation
  • conducting risk assessments

Why choose Active?

  • Full time permanent role
  • All PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and uniforms provided
  • $29 - $33 per hour + superannuation + opportunity for overtime
  • Living Away Allowance & Travel Allowance
  • Access to innovative technology and machinery
  • Access to the Employee Benefits Program – Great discounts with a variety of retailers
  • Strong safety awareness, an organisation that makes sure you are Home Safe Every day!

 Do you have?

  • A current drivers’ licence (essential)
  • MR/HR Truck licence (highly regarded)
  • The ability to work safely
  • The flexibility to Live Away from Home for up to 2 weeks at a time

 Great, but not essential:

  • White card
  • First aid/CPR
  • An Elevated Work Platform licence
  • Chainsaw operation qualification (Certificate Level 1 & 2) is desirable

Who are Active?

We are a family and Australian owned company, that is Australia’s largest provider of arboriculture, vegetation management and consultancy services. We service and advise major cities, governments, and utility companies across Australia, to help keep our environment safe and green.

Our people and the teams they work in are the most important and valued part of Active. Visit our website to learn more about our people, customers, and communities in which we work.

http://www.activetreeservices.com.au/employee-stories/

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Skills
CHAINSAW OPERATION
Chipping vegetation
DRIVERS LICENCE
ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM LICENCE
EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS
FIRST AID/CPR
Ground cutting
MR/HR Truck Licence
Operation of Tip-Truck and Chipper
OUTDOOR WORK
PHYSICAL WORK
RISK ASSESSMENT
Safety Observation
site clean-up
TEAMWORK
WILLINGNESS TO LEARN

Perks & benefits
Access to Employee Benefits program
All PPE and uniforms provided
Living Away Allowance
Travel allowance

More details
Expiring date
11 Apr 2026
Date posted
12 Mar 2026
Category
Trades & Services
Occupation
Landscaper & Gardener
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Sector
Privately held company
Company size
201 to 1000

Active Group of Companies

201 to 1000
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