Tree Compliance Officer

• Rare opportunity to ensure tree compliance and contribute to protecting Mosman’s tree canopy
• Join a supportive team at a progressive lower north shore council
• Full-time 2 years fixed-term opportunity with a Rostered Day Off program
• Salary from $88,256 to $109,776 p.a. plus superannuation and vehicle allowance, 35 hours per week

About Council and its Culture

We offer diverse and rewarding work with a range of benefits including:

• Rostered Day Off (approximately every 3 weeks for full-time staff)
• Travel Subsidy Program
• Tertiary Assistance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Genuine work life balance

Additionally, our staff can deliver on initiatives that have a tangible impact on the daily lives of residents.

What You’ll Be Working On

On a day-to-day basis, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Mosman Council’s tree management controls, and broader development-related legislation.

You will be undertaking inspections and investigations regarding the removal, pruning or damage to private and Council trees, and development consent conditions relating to planting and maintaining of trees.

You will also support the broader Building Control Team by undertaking investigations and inspections in other areas, such as non-compliant building and development works, fire safety, or swimming pools and pool barrier compliance.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

To be successful in this role, you will hold tertiary qualifications in arboriculture, environmental management, building certification, compliance, investigation or related field.

You will have demonstrated experience in investigations, evidence gathering and regulatory enforcement, with an ability to understand and interpret legislation for practical enforcement purposes.

In addition to the above, you will also hold a current class C driver’s licence.

Please note that this position is subject to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check undertaken by Council.

How to Apply

If you enjoy diverse work where no day is the same, apply now! You will be able to find out more about the role and access Position Description.

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Evan Whale, Manager Compliance, on 9978 4094.

Interested, like to know more? Please go to the Careers at Council page of our website at https://mosman.nsw.gov.au/council/employment

Applications close: 11.59pm, 19 July 2026

Mosman Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Mosman Council is committed to creating safer communities for children and young people.