Our People
The Tree Company are among the most respected tree service providers in Melbourne, operating out of two depots (Surrey Hills and Preston).
We now employ over 50 passionate staff and currently own and operate 13 trucks and chippers, 4 elevated work platforms, 10 utilities, 4 tip trucks, 2 Excavators, 2 Kanga loaders, 6 stump grinders, 100+ chainsaws (many now battery-powered), climbing and rigging equipment, tree planting, watering, and plant health care equipment.
Tom Aldous
Tom completed his Advanced Diploma in Horticulture/Arboriculture at the University of Melbourne and spent 4 years working with respected arborists in Melbourne and London.
In 2000 Tom founded The Tree Company which, over the past 20 years, has grown from small beginnings to its current stable client base including 8 local councils, golf courses, corporate companies, schools, landscapers and residential customers.
Carl Dalla Riva
In 2013, Carl Dalla Riva joined The Tree Company in the role of Operations Manager and Consulting Arborist.
Carl became Director in 2018 and is a qualified and respected Arborist with many years industry experience with local council and private sectors. Carl brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to our organisation, particularly in the administration and management of key clients.
Our Team
Directors: Tom Aldous and Carl Dalla Riva
Operations Managers: Dale Belmore and Denham Thomas
Senior Arborist Supervisors: Harry Howley and Jake Shepherd
Human Resources: Alex Turton-Peet and Bridget Simm
Accounts & Council Administration: Johan Cameron & Katherine Waszkinel
Finance: John Hearn
Mechanic: Kegan Precey & Stephen Eudey
40 + qualified and experienced Arborists, Trainees and Ground Staff