Arborist

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Green by Nature is seeking a motivated Arborist to join their Nelson team, a full-time onsite role that collaborates with the Senior Arborist to prune, shape, remove and care for trees across the region with a rigorous safety focus. Key must-haves include a National Certificate in Arboriculture, Level 4 or equivalent, hands-on experience, a safety-first mindset, reliability and a collaborative, positive attitude plus strong communication and record-keeping. The package includes annual wellness benefits, wage reviews, top-quality gear and a work phone, ongoing training and clear growth paths, and guaranteed hours with potential for more. Pre-employment drug testing is required. Apply early, tailor your CV to safety and teamwork, and cite concrete projects.

Green by Nature is proud to have been chosen as Nelson City Council's trusted open space contract service provider. This is an exciting chapter for Green by Nature in maintaining and enhancing Nelson’s stunning parks and reserves; and we’re looking for a passionate Arborist to help us bring this vision to life.

If you're dedicated to making a difference in your community and want to be part of shaping the future of these treasured green spaces, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role:

Reporting to our Senior Arborist and working alongside a team of experienced professionals, you’ll be hands-on in all aspects of tree maintenance across the Nelson region. This includes pruning, shaping, removals, reductions, and general tree care – all while ensuring the highest standards of safety for yourself, your team, and the public.

Our crew takes great pride in their work, and it shows in the quality and care they bring to every job.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• A National Certificate in Arboriculture – Level 4 (or equivalent) and solid hands-on experience
• A strong safety-first mindset and commitment to safe work practices
• A reliable, punctual, and positive attitude with a collaborative spirit
• Great communication skills and accurate record keeping
• A genuine passion for the arboriculture industry and being part of a high-performing team

What We Can Offer:

Joining Green by Nature means being part of an industry-leading company with over 30 years of local experience. You’ll benefit from:

• Annual $300 wellness benefit (after qualifying period) and annual wage reviews
• Top-quality arborist gear, tools, and a work phone permitted for personal use
• Ongoing training and development – with clear pathways to grow within the team and across the company
• Guaranteed hours with the opportunity to increase based on operational demands

About Us:

At Green by Nature, we’re on a mission to improve people’s lives by building, maintaining, and caring for incredible green spaces where communities can thrive. If you’re ready to grow your arborist career and be part of something meaningful in Nelson, apply today!

Please note: In line with our Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful applicant will need to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Our Recruitment Team will be wrapping up on 22nd December 2025 for their well deserved break and will be returning 8th January 2026.