At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage multiple teams in urban forestry projects across Victoria.
- Company: Lucas Tree Services, a leader in urban forest management since 2012.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on safety and excellence in service delivery.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on urban vegetation while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Arboriculture and 5+ years of management experience required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Lucas Tree Services has managed urban forest across Victoria since 2012. You will manage multiple teams, working mostly for government and commercial clients: councils, road, rail and water authorities, schools, aged care and commercial partners. Our work centres on retaining healthy vegetation, with removal where it is needed.
About the role
As State Manager you will run Southeast, East, Centre, West, Commercial and Consulting as one operation: one way of working, one pool of crews and plant, one set of numbers.
What you will do
- Set one operating standard across every area.
- Statewide resourcing of crews, plant and subcontractors.
- Build the pipeline of tenders, renewals and new clients, and lead operational input to tenders.
- Lead, coach and appraise managers and a consulting arborist.
- Keep safety and our ISO management system working the same way in every area.
What you will bring
- Certificate III in Arboriculture (minimum); Diploma of Arboriculture or equivalent management experience.
- 5+ years managing multi-crew arboricultural or civil field operations, including managing managers.
- A record of managing a P&L or contract budgets.
- Experience delivering and tendering for local government or utility contracts.
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 and Victorian WHS obligations.
- Current First Aid, White Card, Working with Children Check, National Police Check and a full driver licence.
What we offer
All enquiries and applications are treated in strict confidence.
State Manager in Melbourne employer: Lucas and Co Pty Ltd
At Lucas Tree Services, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that values safety and professional growth. As the State Manager for Arboriculture, you will lead diverse teams across Victoria, benefiting from our commitment to employee development and a supportive environment that fosters innovation in urban forestry management. With a focus on meaningful projects for government and commercial clients, you'll find rewarding opportunities to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
