Urban Tree Services is a Wellington-based arboricultural company providing professional tree care to residential, commercial and council clients. We're looking for a Trainee Arborist to join our crew — with the opportunity to move into a formal apprenticeship and work toward the New Zealand Certificate in Arboriculture for the right person.
You'll start on the ground supporting the crew with chipping, processing and site operations, and progressively build your climbing, rigging and machine skills as you're assessed and signed off. We invest in people who show they're worth it — prove yourself and there's a genuine pathway to grow with us.
What you'll be doing
* Ground support: processing arisings, keeping the site tidy, and supporting our climbers
* Site setup/pack-down, loading and unloading equipment and green waste
* Following all safety procedures and PPE requirements on site
* Attending training and building your skills as opportunities open up
What we're looking for
* Physically fit, reliable and safety-conscious
* Genuinely keen to learn and take feedback on board
* Open to working toward a recognised arboriculture qualification
* Full or restricted NZ driver licence (or working toward one)
Nice to have: chainsaw/chipper experience, a first aid certificate, or previous outdoor/landscaping work.
If you're hardworking, show up reliably and want to build a career in arboriculture, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply: Send your CV to office@urbantreeservices.net