Arborists - Wellington

**Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here**

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer

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**Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity**

Downer Tree Services are a dynamic, professional and highly experienced team who service multiple clients throughout the wider Wellington region. Our variety of work ranges from storm response within the urban and rural areas, large-scale project work, hazardous tree removal and routine urban tree maintenance, which includes Notable Trees and trees within the power network. We are Members of the NZ Arboriculture Association and have applied for NZ Arb approved contractor status.

We are seeking an experienced Arborist with a professional attitude to be part of our great Wellington regional team. This is a challenging role, working 40 hours per week (plus a standby call out roster allowance) and provides first response during storms or significant weather events) and may include live line work around 11KV and 400KV lines.

**Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills**

The successful applicant will ensure a high level of safety is adhered to in order to protect the public, other team members, and themselves, therefore a commitment to Health and Safety is essential. Our goal is that everyone returns home each night to their family and friends.
- Urban tree preservation experience is essential
- Naturally, you will have a positive attitude, have fantastic communication skills and be quality driven
- Basic Utility experience essential but further network training will be provided
- Skilled climber - ideally fully qualified level 4 and above with an HT licence

**Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation**

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here

**Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply**

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.