Tree Protection Officer, Arboriculture

• Full time, permanent role
• An office unlike any other
• Starting at $86,558 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity 

As part of the City Operations Program, the Tree Protection Officer plays an important role in looking after Adelaide’s much-loved urban forest. The role is all about protecting Regulated and Significant trees across the city, making sure they are cared for and safeguarded in line with legislation, standards, and the City of Adelaide’s Tree Management Framework.

Day to day, this means working closely with the Arboriculture and Horticulture teams to support projects from start to finish, reviewing designs to minimise tree impacts, and providing practical advice and reports to guide decision-making. It’s also about building strong relationships. Whether you’re partnering with residents, businesses, government agencies, or community organisations, you will be delivering outcomes that balance growth, development, and sustainability.

This is a hands-on role that combines technical expertise with community connection. From shaping policies and procedures to coordinating resources and supporting customer requests, the Tree Protection Officer helps ensure Adelaide remains a green, vibrant, and liveable city for generations to come.

To view the position description, please click here.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A Diploma in Arboriculture.
• Extensive experience in the provision of service delivery in the Arboriculture space, including work programming and cost estimating.
• Experience and understanding of contract and project management within a Arboricultural environment.
• Sound understanding of relevant Australian Standards and Acts.
• Understanding of a project life cycle, and the ability to assist with strategies relating to projects and programs and the ability to promote cross functional collaboration.
• Exceptional time management and experience in supporting a diverse range of team deliverables and responsibilities.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community. 

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Matt Baxter on 0408 217 765.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Matt Baxter, Work Group Leader, Arboriculture.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close at 11.59pm, 1 October 2025.

Please be advised this is a full time, permanent role with a starting salary at the Salaried Level 4 Classification commencing at $86,558 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds. 

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 or recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au