EWP/Chipper Operator- Not Just a Job, a Career That Grows With You!!
Job no: 493431
Work type: Permanent full time
Location: Launceston
Categories: Various categories
Proudly 100% Australian owned, Active Tree Services was founded 50 years ago
In that time, we’ve grown into a nationwide team of over 1,000—driven by vision, dedication, and our incredible people.
Start as Tree worker and progress to Leadership roles or even, IT/technology, HR, HSEQ, or stay where you are - it is up to you!
With ongoing development, training, and the opportunity to explore new pathways, the possibilities are endless.
At Active, we believe in supporting our team with a great work environment and equipment and enjoying what we do.
We have a great people who want to do a great job.
Safety is a given and we take our responsibility to keep communities safe and green seriously.
Join us and discover your potential!
We are looking to grow the team in Launceston with individuals who have a can-do attitude. Do you enjoy physical work? Have a willingness to learn? and thrive working outdoors? We might have the role for you!
What is the Role:
Entry Level Tree Worker: The key responsibility of this role is to chip and remove debris from worksites through the safe operation of both the tip-truck and the chipper unit. You will rotate throughout the day between duties such as:
- chipping vegetation
- Safety observing
- Setting up a safe worksite
- Site clean-up
- Ground cutting using a chainsaw
Experienced Tree Worker: The key responsibility of this role is to operate an Elevated Work Platform safely and effectively as well as operating other handheld tools to ensure the safe trimming and dismantling of trees. You will rotate throughout the day between duties such:
- maintenance checks
- operating the Elevated Work Platform
- safety observing
- chainsaw operation
- conducting risk assessments
Why choose Active?
- Full time permanent role
- All PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and uniforms provided
- $33 - $37 per hour + superannuation + opportunity for overtime
- Living Away Allowance & Travel Allowance
- Access to innovative technology and machinery
- Access to the Employee Benefits Program – Great discounts with a variety of retailers
- Strong safety awareness, an organisation that makes sure you are Home Safe Every day!
Do you have?
- A current drivers’ licence (essential)
- MR/HR Truck licence (highly regarded)
- An Elevated Work Platform licence (highly regarded)
- Chainsaw operation qualification (Certificate Level 1 & 2) is desirable
- The ability to work safely
- The flexibility to Live Away from Home for up to 2 weeks at a time
Great, but not essential:
- White card
- First aid/CPR
Who are Active?
We are a family and Australian owned company, that is Australia’s largest provider of arboriculture, vegetation management and consultancy services. We service and advise major cities, governments, and utility companies across Australia, to help keep our environment safe and green.
At Active, we have a proven track record of nurturing our people, equipping them with the skills and qualifications to succeed. Through traineeships, apprenticeships, and internal development, our team members have the opportunity to grow, thrive, and advance across and up our organisation. Join Active and you will have a clear path to success.
Our people and the teams they work in are the most important and valued part of Active. Visit our website to learn more about our people, customers, and communities in which we work.
http://www.activetreeservices.com.au/employee-stories/
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