Arborist
Working at CORDE has never been better!
We have one of the largest horizontal infrastructure teams in the South Island working in the maintenance, civil, and water industry. The work we do strengthens the communities we work and play in, with several key long term maintenance contracts throughout the Canterbury region and a number of civil projects currently being completed throughout the South Island.Who we are | Ko wai matou
About the role | Ko te kaupapa
As an Arborist, you will be responsible for overseeing all arboriculture operations, including work carried out by third-party contractors. In this role, you’ll manage all aspects of arboricultural operations, including pruning, planting, and tree removal, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and company policies.You’ll inspect and maintain tree health, coordinate resources, oversee equipment checks, and maintain accurate records. A strong focus on health and safety, professional conduct, and effective team leadership is essential.
What you'll bring | Ko nga pukenga ou
Experience
You’ll bring strong knowledge of arboriculture principles, tree maintenance practices, and safety standards. Proficiency with both hand and power tools is essential, along with the ability to climb, tie knots, and identify tree species, pests, and diseases.This role requires planning and supervising work effectively, maintaining physical fitness for the demands of the job, and fostering professional relationships with clients and the public while representing the company’s best interests
Qualifications- NZQA Certificate in Horticulture Level 4 – Arboriculture
- Full Class 1 Driver Licence (essential)
- Level 3 Qualified Arborist with at least two years’ experience in arboriculture
- Class 2 Driver Licence (desirable)
- Grow Safe Certificate (desirable)
- Traffic Control Level 1 or STMS (desirable)
- Birthday leave after 1 year, retail discounts and a great working culture!
- Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones
- Career opportunities through training & development
- Varied and interesting work everyday
- An innovative company with diverse projects
The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Our values | Nga Uaratanga
Trustworthy | Whakawhirinaki – People You Can Rely OnTeamwork | Mahi Tahi – People Who Work Together
Guardianship | Kaitiakitanga – People Who Protect Our Place
How to apply | Me pehea te tono
To apply, click on the 'Apply Now' link. Or email your CV and Cover Letter to recruit@corde.nz.Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.