Forester
	VicForests

About VicForests

VicForests is a State-owned business responsible for the sustainable harvest, regrowing and commercial sale of timber from public forests on behalf of the Victorian Government.

We undertake all of our operations in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner, keeping our staff, the community and the environment in mind in all we do.

We are an active member of the communities in which we operate, and we are committed to giving stakeholders the opportunity to have input into our forestry practices.

The Role 

Be part of a team that is passionate about forests, the environment and are skilled professionals.

Our operations Division is currently seeking for a proactive and experienced Forester to join its team based at our Creswick office in this ongoing position.

Reporting to a Senior Forester, this role contributes to the management of planning, scheduling, risk management, roading, harvesting and coupe regeneration operations in line with legislative requirements and business objectives.

In this role you will prepare, implement and monitor a range of plans and programs associated with forest regeneration, including: seed collection, mechanical disturbance, regeneration burning, survey work and coupe handover

You will be part of an industry recognised credible, successful and dynamic native forestry business that provides a sustainable contribution to Victorian industries.

Please refer to position description for further details about the role.

About you:

Appropriate degree or equivalent post graduate qualification in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or a related field, preferably with a commercial forestry focus

Relevant forest management experience

Experience liaising with different contractors

Physical fitness to enable effective completion of field-based work

High level of attention to detail

Initiative and a proactive “can do” attitude

Strong organisation and time management skills

Ability to adopt and progress new technology and systems particularly GIS and MS Office

Capable of working independently without supervision

Current Victorian Drivers Licence with ability to travel

Benefits & Culture:

A highly supportive environment with accessible management

Great culture with collaborative teams

Regular training and professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program available for staff and their family

You will be part of an innovative and creative Organisation that strives to achieve success through implementing native forest sustainable management and timber initiatives for our valuable customers and stakeholders.

VicForests is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants please be aware that in line with the Chief Health Officer’s Directions, all VicForests employees must have received  COVID-19 vaccination and provide evidence of their Australian Government COVID -19 vaccination Certificate, it is a requirement of the VicForests to collect, record and hold vaccination information.

People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply

Safe • Customer Focussed • Professional • Sustainable • Respect

Applications close 10 October 2022

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