Arboricultural Operations Team Supervisors (Australian Positions)
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Enviro Trees is looking to hire Arborist Operations Supervisors based in Sydney working across the greater Sydney region and in the South East Queensland region servicing Brisbane, Gold Coast and Far Northern NSW.
Enviro Trees is a national provider of tree works and consultancy in Australia and the UK. Our clients vary from insurance, emergency sector, schools, housing, caravan parks, council, aged care, commercial and government.
These newly created positions will lead operations of Arborist Crews to enable fulfilment of new contractual requirements.
This opportunity will provide further career progression for a motivated person & also the potential to complete training & qualification in AQF 5 Diploma of Arboriculture.
*The purpose of this newly created position.*
* To drive the profitable growth of the Enviro Trees business by establishing, training and growing directly employed and individual contracted (Climber, ground person or truck/chipper combination) arborist crews.
* To accurately estimate and quote a variety of tree works.
* Build Enviro Tree’s reputation as a high quality and cost-effective service provider via planning, organisation and execution of arborist crews under the control of this role.
* To ensure Enviro Trees arborist crews operate in compliance with all regulatory requirements and in line with Enviro Trees policies and procedures.
*The key attributes & skills we are looking for.*
* Strong communicator & collaborator
* Attention to detail
* Self-disciplined & motivated
* Strong leadership skills, well organised & leads by example and ethical values
*Functions & tasks for the Arborist Operations Supervisor*
*1. Quoting of Tree Works:*
* Work with Enviro Trees Customer Care team to schedule and attend sites to assess & cost jobs
* Use of Enviro Trees technology applications & methodologies to quote & cost new work and provide supporting information in line with requirements
* Complete a target of 6 to 8 site attendances a day for quoting of works
* Successfully secure jobs that have been quoted, with a success rate of 75%
*2. Supervision and Leadership:*
* Directly supervise and manage direct employees and contract staff.
* Plan and assign daily jobs & tasks, monitoring performance & completion of daily jobs & tasks and providing feedback.
* Develop & foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and collaboration.
* Conduct weekly team toolbox meetings and individual check-ins with members of the team to communicate updates, address concerns.
* Set the standard and ensure adherence to Enviro Trees policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
* Identify training needs of internal staff, and working with the Operations Manager, coordinate training & development opportunities for the team along with on-the-job mentoring. Working with the Operations Manager, handle any disciplinary actions in accordance with Enviro Trees HR policy.
*3. Operational Management:*
* Use of Enviro Trees technology applications and methodologies to:
* Quote & cost new work and provide supporting information in line with requirements, e.g., correct tree, tree work required (pruning or removal), impacted structure information provided, etc.
* Plan and schedule daily work activities for Tree Crews, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to complete work allocated
* Monitor progress of work against schedules and job budgets, identifying and addressing any potential delays or issues.
* Where required attend site works as a lead climber or supervisor for reporting, analysis and data measurement for performance improvements to quoted hours.
* Ensure that all necessary equipment, and tools are available and in good working order for the Tree Crew teams.
* Troubleshoot problems that arise in the field with the Tree Crews and implement effective solutions to overcome these problems.
*4. Safety and Compliance:*
* Prioritise safety in all Tree Crew operations, ensuring that staff & subcontractors follow Enviro Trees & WHS safety policies and procedures.
* Conduct daily site risk assessments on all jobs with the Tree Crews to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
* Report all near misses, accidents and incidents to the Operations Manager and together investigate and implement corrective actions.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations and standards.
*5. Communication and Coordination:*
* Serve as the primary point of contact between the Tree Crews, Enviro Trees Customer Care Team and management.
* Communicate effectively with the Enviro Trees Customer Care team.
* Communicate effectively with clients, and stakeholders.
* Prepare and submit a weekly report relating to Tree Crew operations to management, including job status updates, challenges, and successes.
* Facilitate clear and concise communication within Tree Crew teams & with the Subcontractors working with these Tree Crew teams.
*6. Quality Assurance:*
* Monitor & audit the quality of work performed by Tree Crew teams to ensure they meet established standards and client expectations & address any quality issues that arise.
* Provide feedback to staff on quality performance and areas for improvement.
* Compliance with client specific requirements (induction, WH&S, communication etc.)
We are seeking qualified staff that meet the requirements for the _*Working Holiday visa (subclass 417).*_
_*Australian Visa requirements include (but are not limited to):*_
* You must be between 18 and 35 years old (inclusive) at the time of visa application.
* You need a valid UK passport.
*What Qualifications & Experience are required for this position:*
* Minimum AQF/RQF Level 3 Certificate in Arboriculture
* 5+ years of relevant industry experience working in Arboriculture with a minimum of 2 years as a Lead Tree Climber or Crew Supervisor
* Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role in the Arboriculture industry
* Experience in pricing relevant types of tree work (e.g. Facility Maintenance, Schools, Public & Tenanted Housing)
* Valid Driver’s Licence, MR Licence preferred
*What are the Skills and Competencies we are looking for.*
* *Leadership and Team Management:* Ability to motivate, guide, and develop Tree Crews & Subcontractors.
* *Customers:* Ability to form positive relationships with customers and work constructively with them.
* *Problem-Solving:* Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
* *Communication (Written and Verbal):* Excellent communication skills to interact with various internal & external stakeholders.
* *Organisation and Time Management:* Ability to prioritise tasks, manage work schedules, and meet or adjust deadlines as required.
* *Safety Conscious:* Strong commitment to WHS.
* *Decision-Making:* Ability to make sound judgments & take action.
* *Interpersonal Skills:* Ability to build rapport and work effectively with others.
* *Computer Literacy:* Proficient in using Mobile Apps (e.g., Tree Manager, Fast Field) and basic computer applications (e.g., email, spreadsheets, etc)
*What can we offer you?*
* Getting approved visa to work in Australia – future option based on agreement to secure full time working visa in Australia.
* Competitive salary
* Variety of work – domestic and commercial arboriculture
* Travel throughout Australia
* Further education in arboriculture
* A great opportunity to further your career
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Flexitime
* Work from home
Application question(s):
* Would you be willing to relocate to Australia for this role?
* Do you have more than 3 years in an Arboriculture team operations supervisor or estimator role?
* Do you meet the Visa requirements described in this ad?
* Do you have at least an RQF Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture ?
Work Location: On the road
- Location:
- GB
- Salary:
- £40,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Management And Consultancy