Tree Climber Trainee
Flora Conservation Department
Major Duties:
- Responsible to carry out various arboricultural works including but not limited to tree removal, pruning, cabling, planting etc.;
- Upkeep, maintain and repair equipment and tools of the tree team;
- Assistant arborist in carrying out tree survey and tree risk assessment;
- Keep record for tree works, survey, risk assessment and equipment inventory.
Requirements:
- Commitment to the mission, vision and values of KFBGC;
- With 2 years hands-on experience in tree work;
- Completion of training in tree climbing, rigging and use of chainsaw in an authorized organization;
- Hands-on experience in using tree work machineries, e.g. chainsaw, pole pruner, etc.;
- Hands-on experience in aerial tree work and rigging;
- Able to cope with regular physically demanding tasks, such as climbing and felling trees several times per week, working on slopes and enjoy working outdoor throughout the year;
- High awareness towards work safety;
- Responsible, self-motivated and reliable person;
- Good team player and communication skills;
- Possession of a valid light vehicle driving license is an advantage;
- Knowledge in using computer and MS office including Word, Excel and Outlook;
- Fluent in spoken Cantonese and written Chinese; competence in English and Mandarin preferable.
Please send C.V. (with interested position and expected salary) to the Human Resources Manager, Kadoorie Farm & Botanic Garden Corporation, Lam Kam Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong or email to kfjobs@kfbg.org.