Job Description

If you’re qualified in Horticulture or Arboriculture and looking for a role that offers independence, variety and purpose, this could be your next career move.

You’ll work across Adelaide and surrounding regional areas, applying your expertise in a hands-on role that helps keep communities safe, infrastructure protected and the environment well managed.

This is more than a field-based role — it’s an opportunity to build a long-term career with a national industry leader, backed by the tools, support and development pathways to grow.

About the role:

As a Vegetation Inspector, you’ll play a key role in managing vegetation around powerlines and critical infrastructure, helping ensure safety, compliance and service reliability. You’ll carry out inspections, assess risks, record findings accurately, and help ensure vegetation is maintained within required clearance zones. Your day-to-day may include:

• Conducting vegetation inspections across Adelaide and regional SA
• Assessing risk and identifying compliance issues
• Auditing vegetation in and around clearance zones
• Recording accurate field data using provided technology
• Communicating with residents about upcoming or required works

This role offers a strong mix of autonomy, problem-solving and meaningful outdoor work, making it ideal for someone who enjoys being on the move and taking ownership in the field.

Why join Active?

• Permanent full-time opportunity with long-term stability
• Company vehicle, tablet and mobile provided
• Living Away from Home Allowance
• Overtime opportunities
• PPE and uniforms supplied
• Access to employee benefits and retailer discounts
• Join a business with a strong safety culture focused on getting everyone Home Safe Every Day
• Be part of an organisation that genuinely invests in training, development and career progression

What you’ll bring:

• Current driver’s licence (essential)
• Certificate III in Horticulture or Arboriculture (essential)
• Knowledge of local tree species, vegetation maintenance and removal practices
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work safely
• Confidence working outdoors and independently
• Flexibility to live away from home for up to 2 weeks at a time

Nice to have, but not essential:

• White Card
• First Aid/CPR
• MR/HR Truck Licence

Who are Active?

We are a family and Australian owned company, that is Australia’s largest provider of arboriculture, vegetation management and consultancy services. We service and advise major cities, governments, and utility companies across Australia, to help keep our environment safe and green.

At Active, we have a proven track record of nurturing our people, equipping them with the skills and qualifications to succeed. Through traineeships, apprenticeships, and internal development, our team members have the opportunity to grow, thrive, and advance across and up our organisation. Join Active and you will have a clear path to success.

Check out our team member stories here www.activetreestories.com.au

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