Qualified Arborist Position Available - Melbourne

TrevMcRev · 9th July 2007, 10:40 PM

Job description -
Climbing Arborist/Team Leader.

A quality tree service company established in the bayside suburbs of Melbourne for 10yrs seeks a Qualified & experienced Arborist to fulfill a role as crew leader.
You will be responsible for leading your team towards company set goals of quality, productivity, safety and customer satisfaction.

You will perform climbing and groundwork tasks as needed and help train your team. You must have an accurate understanding CODIT and Natural Target Pruning, and be able to put these theories into practice to prune mature trees to a high standard. You will have experience with rigging for takedowns and perform Confined Space Removals with minimal disturbance to surrounding gardens.

You preferably have a MR truck license and minimum Level 3 cert (pref 4 or 5!)in Arboriculture. Will consider overseas qualifications with proof. This is a Full Time position. Top salary of $50,000 -$60,000pa. for the right person. Flexible hours for those continuing to study further in Arboriculture.

Opportunity to advance into consulting, sales and management. Email your CV to totaltreecare@bigpond.com or call Michelle during office hours on (03)9587 5757 or Trevor on 0414 520 269.

AARDVARK · 9th July 2007, 10:54 PM

Why is it so important to have these qualifications? Are you saying that these people are the only ones with the ability to run a crew and know the do's and don'ts of the arbor industry? I question this as I am a certificate III but however the guy I work under has no formal qualifications and is more than capable of running a crew and I would never question his capabilities.

Eric Frei · 9th July 2007, 11:00 PM

I think it would be because council may ask that only a qualified arborist do the job.

And Trev, it appears, is looking for the climber to be the crew leader.

However, a good crew leader which you have refered to may not be a good arborist, sometimes businessmen just buy a tree business but have never climbed a tree.

Just my 0.02

TrevMcRev · 10th July 2007, 12:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AARDVARK

Why is it so important to have these qualifications? Are you saying that these people are the only ones with the ability to run a crew and know the do's and don'ts of the arbor industry? I question this as I am a certificate III but however the guy I work under has no formal qualifications and is more than capable of running a crew and I would never question his capabilities.

Its important to me because my business is marketed to my clients as having Qualified Arborists and for this particular position in my business it is essential. My current structure requires this candidate to be

A Qualified Arborist
Who is an above average Tree Climber
With an abilty to "lead" the crew they work with towards achieving outstanding results for our clients, the team and the company.

I would happily have 3 seperate people cover those 3 separate roles but dont have $150,000 budgeted to do so.

Thr right candidate will easily be able to do all of the above.

I understand there are qualifed arbs that are poor performers and self taught tree workers that are awesome. I'm after the awesome qualified guy/gal.

TrevMcRev · 10th July 2007, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ekka

I think it would be because council may ask that only a qualified arborist do the job.

And Trev, it appears, is looking for the climber to be the crew leader.

However, a good crew leader which you have refered to may not be a good arborist, sometimes businessmen just buy a tree business but have never climbed a tree.

Just my 0.02

Most council permits here recommend that the works be carried out by qualified and/or experienced Arborist.

The position will involve some climbing, but not all of the climbing. It will be as much a part of the job to train and oversee other climbers on the crew.

For me ideally, a foreman/crew leader is on the ground rather than up a tree. Best position to direct a climber and other ground crew, liase with client etc.

Yes ekka a good foreman may be great at organising his crew and the job, but when pressed for some technical answers by a client may not be able to deliver

Drouin Tree Service · 10th July 2007, 12:51 AM

Hope you find someone good Trev,Maybe an advert in the herald sun?

jim1nz · 10th July 2007, 05:51 AM

Good luck Trev, i would have liked an interview if i was in the sothern hemisphere!

Eric Frei · 10th July 2007, 07:49 AM

You'd have to get a hair cut Jim

Drouin Tree Service · 10th July 2007, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim1nz

Good luck Trev, i would have liked an interview if i was in the sothern hemisphere!

Thats not a bad idea!Shame your not down this way.

Eric Frei · 10th July 2007, 09:16 PM

He's got some Kiwi mates that are pretty good to, had the young Matt guy for a few days, he did that big azzed cuban and a few jobs ... good tree bloke.

And qualified Trev, hey NZ diploma guys know a lot!

TrevMcRev · 10th July 2007, 10:21 PM

An ad will go in the Sun for Weds & Fridays papers. Maybe Age on Sat too.

Jim, your hired! But seriously you or any of ya mates with NZ quals would be in the running.

jim1nz · 11th July 2007, 05:29 AM

Hey Trev il put the work out for you a.

Haha Ekka yea, i tell ya what, il cut me hair when i get married!

No worries fullas im just getting beter, the trees here and excellent practice, i have to find a computer i can put some pics up with. Doing a 300 year old avenue at the moment, 220+ trees to do...

Back to it

Eric Frei · 11th July 2007, 08:22 AM

Pics would be great, also of the scenery if you know what I mean.

jim1nz · 12th July 2007, 07:15 AM

Ohh i dont know Ekka, what goes on tour...haha

TrevMcRev · 20th July 2007, 09:53 PM

Bump for the ad.

Still looking. Poor response. No bites from people locally of the standard i'm for. Position may also be made available for someone Quoting/Consulting approx 3-4 days per week with balance of practical on site work.

The only catch is youve gotta love working with trees

and be awesome at what you do!

Drouin Tree Service · 21st July 2007, 02:46 PM

Had a similar response a while back,I would love to do a qouting type position sometime on a % based system

TrevMcRev · 21st July 2007, 08:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a_lopa

Had a similar response a while back,I would love to do a qouting type position sometime on a % based system

Ive had a couple of guys doing that for me in the past. % of Sales. Works ok but the temptation for them to underquote to get their commision is the problem. No use selling work that has no profit in it. Would be better to pay a moderate retainer and an incentive based on profit.

9th July 2007, 10:40 PM	#1
TrevMcRev Mature Tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Posts: 1,605	Qualified Arborist Position Available - Melbourne Job description - Climbing Arborist/Team Leader. A quality tree service company established in the bayside suburbs of Melbourne for 10yrs seeks a Qualified & experienced Arborist to fulfill a role as crew leader. You will be responsible for leading your team towards company set goals of quality, productivity, safety and customer satisfaction. You will perform climbing and groundwork tasks as needed and help train your team. You must have an accurate understanding CODIT and Natural Target Pruning, and be able to put these theories into practice to prune mature trees to a high standard. You will have experience with rigging for takedowns and perform Confined Space Removals with minimal disturbance to surrounding gardens. You preferably have a MR truck license and minimum Level 3 cert (pref 4 or 5!)in Arboriculture. Will consider overseas qualifications with proof. This is a Full Time position. Top salary of $50,000 -$60,000pa. for the right person. Flexible hours for those continuing to study further in Arboriculture. Opportunity to advance into consulting, sales and management. Email your CV to totaltreecare@bigpond.com or call Michelle during office hours on (03)9587 5757 or Trevor on 0414 520 269. Last edited by TrevMcRev; 10th July 2007 at 12:31 AM.

9th July 2007, 11:00 PM	#3
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,820	I think it would be because council may ask that only a qualified arborist do the job. And Trev, it appears, is looking for the climber to be the crew leader. However, a good crew leader which you have refered to may not be a good arborist, sometimes businessmen just buy a tree business but have never climbed a tree. Just my 0.02 __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

10th July 2007, 12:51 AM	#6
Drouin Tree Service Veteran Heritage Status Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Australia Posts: 1,697	Hope you find someone good Trev,Maybe an advert in the herald sun? __________________ Drouin Tree Services \| Excavator Hire - Drouin and SE Gippsland \| Landclearing Melbourne

10th July 2007, 05:51 AM	#7
jim1nz Mature tree Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: International, Germany Posts: 476	Good luck Trev, i would have liked an interview if i was in the sothern hemisphere! __________________ SPEED ALWAYS FOLLOWS TECHNIQUE

10th July 2007, 07:49 AM	#8
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,820	You'd have to get a hair cut Jim __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

9th July 2007, 10:54 PM	#2
AARDVARK I'm new here so be nice Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 3	Why is it so important to have these qualifications? Are you saying that these people are the only ones with the ability to run a crew and know the do's and don'ts of the arbor industry? I question this as I am a certificate III but however the guy I work under has no formal qualifications and is more than capable of running a crew and I would never question his capabilities.

10th July 2007, 09:16 PM	#10
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,820	He's got some Kiwi mates that are pretty good to, had the young Matt guy for a few days, he did that big azzed cuban and a few jobs ... good tree bloke. And qualified Trev, hey NZ diploma guys know a lot! __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

10th July 2007, 10:21 PM	#11
TrevMcRev Mature Tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Posts: 1,605	An ad will go in the Sun for Weds & Fridays papers. Maybe Age on Sat too. Jim, your hired! But seriously you or any of ya mates with NZ quals would be in the running.

11th July 2007, 05:29 AM	#12
jim1nz Mature tree Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: International, Germany Posts: 476	Hey Trev il put the work out for you a. Haha Ekka yea, i tell ya what, il cut me hair when i get married! No worries fullas im just getting beter, the trees here and excellent practice, i have to find a computer i can put some pics up with. Doing a 300 year old avenue at the moment, 220+ trees to do... Back to it __________________ SPEED ALWAYS FOLLOWS TECHNIQUE

11th July 2007, 08:22 AM	#13
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,820	Pics would be great, also of the scenery if you know what I mean. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

12th July 2007, 07:15 AM	#14
jim1nz Mature tree Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: International, Germany Posts: 476	Ohh i dont know Ekka, what goes on tour...haha __________________ SPEED ALWAYS FOLLOWS TECHNIQUE

20th July 2007, 09:53 PM	#15
TrevMcRev Mature Tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Posts: 1,605	Bump for the ad. Still looking. Poor response. No bites from people locally of the standard i'm for. Position may also be made available for someone Quoting/Consulting approx 3-4 days per week with balance of practical on site work. The only catch is youve gotta love working with trees and be awesome at what you do!

21st July 2007, 02:46 PM	#16
Drouin Tree Service Veteran Heritage Status Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Australia Posts: 1,697	Had a similar response a while back,I would love to do a qouting type position sometime on a % based system __________________ Drouin Tree Services \| Excavator Hire - Drouin and SE Gippsland \| Landclearing Melbourne

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