INTERNAL ONLY - DELIVERY MANAGER ARBORICULTURE

Apply Job no: 686050 Category: Strategic Project, Program and Policy, Corporate Services Lead a large-scale arboriculture operation shaping Brisbane's urban landscape and public spaces Manage major service delivery contracts with a strong focus on innovation, safety and performance Inspire high-performing teams while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services Branch: Public Space Operations Salary Range: Band 8 $150,432 - $162,791 + 14% Superannuation (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions) Work type: Permanent Full-time Location: Eagle Farm Regional Operations Centre Our Business Infrastructure Services (ISG) brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities. Our Branch Public Space Operations is a customer focused and commercially driven business services delivery team, thatprides itselfonkeepingBrisbane'sstreetsand publicspaces clean, greenand safefor the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike. The Role We are seeking an accomplished Arboriculture Delivery Manager to provide senior leadership of Council's city-wide tree maintenance program, ensuring safe, reliable and commercially disciplined service delivery for the community. In this role, you will lead the commercial and operational functions of the Arboriculture business, with accountability for a $30 million budget, forecasting, performance reporting and the delivery of agreed service outcomes for internal clients. You will lead a geographically dispersed, trade-qualified operational workforce of approximately 40 employees, supported by scheduling and contract management functions. The team operates year-round, including 24/7 response arrangements during storms, emergencies and natural disaster events. A key focus of the position will be to set clear performance expectations, uphold safety and quality standards, oversee incident and injury management, and ensure the workforce is appropriately supported through effective fleet, equipment and resource planning. As a member of the senior leadership team, you will be expected to demonstrate consistent leadership, drive operational excellence and embed continuous improvement practices to achieve budget, timeframe, safety and quality objectives. To be successful you will have: proven experience leading large operational teams and contractors to deliver safe, high-quality services strong commercial acumen with expertise in contract management, budgeting and performance delivery exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence outcomes and build strong partnerships a track record of driving continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence in complex environments well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions on complex business and operational issues. Benefits of working for Council include: flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements free gym and wellness centre award winning superannuation fund generous leave provisions competitive salary. Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE How to apply: Click on the 'I'm interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position. *Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility. This role will require a Criminal History Check. A current/valid C class Drivers Licence is also required. For more information: Please call Andrew Mead on 07 3403 0002. People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council's Diversity and Inclusion team. Application Closing Date: Sunday 2 August at 11:55pm AEST. Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with 'Gold Employer' status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion. Council and its employees must follow the Public Sector Ethics Act 1994 (Qld) and the Code of Conduct. This means employees are expected to act with honesty, fairness, and always prioritise the public interest over personal or private gain. The Code of Conduct requires employees to openly disclose any other work they do outside of Council - includingpaid or unpaid employment,operatingtheir own business or volunteering in certain circumstances - and to manage any conflictsof interest or other risks (such as fatigue)in a way that puts the public interestfirst.Maintainingemployment outside Council does notprecludeyou from being considered for roles within Council.#LI-DNI Related documents PP21 1432 Corporate Service Management - Delivery Manager Arboriculture - Band 8 Published on 23 Jul 2026, 11:24 PM