Urban Tree Specialist

• Provide expertise in relation to urban forestry tree management
• Opportunity for an Urban Forest Specialist
• Enjoy the benefits of working in a flexible and supportive environment

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

As part of the Parks & Community Facilities Department, you’ll be working with a diverse team of subject matter experts who are passionate about delivering tangible results for the local community and future generations. As kaitiaki (guardian) of Auckland Council parks and facilities, we play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing of our communities while also delivering strategically significant programmes. 

You’ll be joining the Urban Forest team, as part of the wider Urban Forest, Arboriculture and Ecology unit, and essentially be functioning as a public tree asset manager. You’ll promote and advocate for the importance and benefits of the urban forest and participate in the strategic planning inputs around arboriculture and green infrastructure provisions. Your role will also include:

• Processing of Tree Owner Approval applications within your allocated local boards
• Acting as the tree owner and technical tree specialist in your allocated local boards
• Responding to inquiries from members of public and stakeholders relating to trees
• Recording of tree data in Auckland Council systems
• Tree planting location and species selection for new tree asset planting

He kōrero mōu: About you

Passionate about arboriculture, green infrastructure and the environment, you’ll be well versed in tree identification, biology, physiology and visual tree assessment. 

Your field of study may have been natural resource management, forestry/urban forestry, green infrastructure, arboriculture, environmental science or similar, and your experience within a relevant field will also come with a high standard of oral and written communication. A basic understanding of te reo Māori or willingness to learn would also be advantageous. 

You’ll be a natural at managing stakeholder relationships and have the ability to build and maintain relationships collaboratively. 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of our urban forest, managing our public tree assets and championing green infrastructure.

Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to the communities of Tāmaki Makaurau. We are committed to environmental action and green growth to achieve our vision of becoming the world’s most liveable city. 

In return for your hard work, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment. Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

You’ll also have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts.

Please apply by cover letter (telling us why you are interested in and right for this opportunity) along with your CV.

A copy of the Position Description can be viewed here. 

You will be required to have a valid NZ driver's licence due to the nature of the position where you will be required at times to travel to various sites.

Applications close Wednesday, 23rd July 2025

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.