Urban Forest Project Officer
Permanent Full Time (with flexible hours)
Band 6 – $97,222.14 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
- Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
Benefits Package
- Hybrid Working Policy For those working full time hours - 3 days worked in the office and 2 days WFH
- Exceptional leave entitlements - 16 days personal leave, 18 weeks parental leave, plus cultural leave and compassionate leave
- Health and wellbeing - free EAP counselling, discounted leisure membership 40% off for staff, salary sacrifice childcare options
- Professional Development – leadership courses and learning workshops, Education Assistance Program featuring study and exam leave
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced landscape architect to join Yarra City Council's Strategic Projects, Parks and Open Space team. You will play a key role in delivering Council's street tree program, balancing capital works delivery, design advice and maintenance requests.
We’re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, strong internal development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection. This is a great opportunity for a landscape architect with a particular interest in urban forestry. You'll join a team that values collaboration and creative problem-solving, and work closely with our Landscape Architect - Streetscapes to directly contribute to increased canopy for our community.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a candidate with landscape architecture qualifications to help deliver outcomes in streetscapes and urban forest delivery. This may include streetscape design, species selection, community consultation, contract management and design referral advice.
Yarra City Council is a dynamic organisation, proud of our inclusive culture and commitment to urban greening. We strive to continually improve services to the community.
Need More Info?
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Jen McIntyre, Coordinator Strategic Projects, Parks and Open Space at jennifer.mcintyre@yarracity.vic.gov.au.
Urban Forest Project Officer - Position Description 100597 (1).pdf
Applications close on: Sunday 1 February 2026, at 11:55pm
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a 1-page cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, including a brief response to the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description.
Additional Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and current Working with Children Check. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra's Commitment to Diversity
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.
We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
