Senior Arborist

Rottnest Island, WA | Permanent Full-Time | Monday to Friday

Work where others holiday! Join Programmed as a Senior Arborist on Rottnest Island, with permanent employment, Monday-to-Friday hours and return travel between Perth and Rottnest Island provided.

About the Role

Looking for a unique arboriculture opportunity in Perth?

Programmed is seeking an experienced Senior Arborist to deliver tree maintenance and arboriculture services on Rottnest Island, helping protect public safety and preserve the island's natural environment.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will undertake hands-on tree work and support tree inspections, asset management and planned maintenance programs.

Working arrangements

• Permanent, full-time wage based position
• Monday to Friday
• Return travel between Perth and Rottnest Island provided by Programmed

Why Join Programmed?

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Unique opportunity to work on Rottnest Island.
• Attractive remuneration package.
• Supportive and safety-focused team environment.
• Diverse and interesting work across a unique landscape.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Career progression within one of Australia's leading integrated facility management providers.
• Work that directly contributes to environmental sustainability and public safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tree pruning, removals, climbing, rigging, EWP operations and chainsaw work.
• Conduct tree inspections and condition assessments.
• Identify tree hazards and prioritise risk-based maintenance.
• Maintain tree records, tagging programs and asset management systems such as ArborSafe.
• Establish safe work zones to protect people, property and surrounding assets.
• Complete works in line with industry standards, client requirements and environmental considerations.
• Undertake seasonal vegetation management, green waste handling, wood chipping and site clean-up.
• Complete pre-starts, SWMS, risk assessments and compliance documentation.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders and support team members where required.

About You

You are a skilled Arborist who takes pride in safe work practices, quality workmanship and sound technical judgement. You can work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Essential requirements

• Certificate III in Arboriculture or equivalent trade qualification.
• Experience in tree pruning, removals, climbing, rigging, EWP operations and chainsaw use.
• Strong understanding of arboriculture safety and worksite hazards.
• Ability to work autonomously and make sound decisions in the field.
• Current driver's licence.

Highly regarded

• Construction White Card.
• Chainsaw ticket or demonstrated competency.
• EWP experience and/or High Risk Work Licence (WP).
• First Aid Certificate.
• Knowledge of AS 4373 – Pruning of Amenity Trees.
• MR or HR driver's licence.
• Traffic Control qualifications.
• Experience with ArborSafe or similar tree asset management systems.
• Ability to obtain a satisfactory National Police Check, if required.

Our Commitment

Programmed and PERSOL are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace, underpinned by a culture of zero harm. We value diversity and seek to build a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, backgrounds, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations and life experiences. We also recognise that great candidates come from a range of life stages and circumstances and, where operationally feasible, we welcome discussions regarding flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job-share opportunities. If flexibility would support your success in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Reference number: 974169
Profession:Trades Qualified,Trades Unqualified,Facility Management

Company: Programmed
Date posted: 20th Oct, 2026