Stewardship and Fire Supervsior Company/Location: Forestry Corporation NSW/Bombala
Job Description:
Great location in Bombala
Full time permanent position
Integral role in fire and community relations management
The Role We are currently seeking a motivated self-starter to join our team as the Stewardship and Fire Supervisor to manage the activities of Fire and Stewardship within the Bombala Management Area as part of our Snowy Softwoods team. Reporting to the Silviculture & Fire Coordinator, you will be responsible for supporting the management of a range of activities including fire preparedness, recreation, weed management, feral animal management, and stakeholder management. This is a critical role in ensuring our community relations are working well across areas such as boundary fencing and other key areas listed.
The Person Our ideal candidate will have the ability to promote a positive image of Forestry Corporation to the public and neighbours with experience in liaising with all members of the community. You possess the following skills, qualifications and experience:
Demonstrated experience in field forest operations at grass roots and/or management level;
Demonstrated ability to draw up site-based plans using planning systems;
Highly developed communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence across all levels;
Experience in managing staff and or contractor management skills;
A commitment and capacity to promote FCNSW brand and build partnerships with external stakeholders.
The Application Process: Please send a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the ideal candidate criteria to jobapplications@fcnsw.com.au by for further information on this position, please contact Bruce Chadderton on (m) +61 0429 816 867
Applications Close: 14 April 2020
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening as part of the recruitment process. As this role has frontline fire-fighting responsibilities a Task Based Assessment (TBA) at a standard of at least the Moderate Field Test is required. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in advance for their application and advise that only candidates that meet the position requirements and have relevant working rights for Australia, will be contacted.
Applications close: Tuesday, 14-Apr-2020
Silviculture and Fire Coordinator Company/Location: The Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) - Bombala
Job Description:
Exciting Leadership Opportunity
Operational and Contract management
Great location in Bombala
The Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of commercial native and plantation forests in NSW. We manage more than two million hectares of forests for the economic, environmental and social benefit of the people of NSW and Australia. FCNSW adheres to the values of respect, innovation, integrity and wellbeing.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We have an exceptional opportunity in our Softwood Plantation division, for a seasoned professional to lead a team involved in our operations and activities relating to the silvicultural management of our tree crop and fire preparedness within the Bombala Management Area.
The successful candidate will oversee the establishment of over 1,000 ha of plantation annually with responsibilities to include management of site preparation, planting, aerial herbicide spraying and supervision of windrow and hazard reduction burning. The position also manages forest stewardship and fire protection responsibilities for approximately 32,000 ha of plantation.
ABOUT YOU:
To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate;
Strong and successful history in fire management in both wildfire and silviculture operations
Strong leadership capabilities and experience in managing a team in a complex environment;
Experience in the management of field operations and delivering specified operational outcomes;
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
Well-developed planning, organisational and administrative skills;
Relevant tertiary qualifications in natural resource management or land management or equivalent is not essential but ideal;
A current Driver’s license is essential.
Forestry Corporation employees contribute to fire preparedness and suppression activities. Responsibilities will include fire-standby as rostered and deployment as a fire-fighter or part of the incident management team. Fire duties will include weekend work and extended hours (e.g. firefighting nightshifts).
The Application Process: Please apply with an updated copy of your resume [maximum five pages]. In your cover letter, tell us about what you can bring to Forestry Corporation & the role and why you would like to join our team! Please contact Bruce Chadderton on +61 (0429) 816 867 for a confidential discussion and more information about the role.
Forestry Corporation is an inclusive workplace which promotes diversity and encourages flexible working arrangements. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol screening as part of the recruitment process.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in advance for their application and advise that only candidates that meet the position requirements and have relevant working rights for Australia, will be contacted.
Forest Management
Office Administrator Company/Location: Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) - Bombala
Job Description:
6 -month contract
Great location in Bombala
The Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of softwood plantation forests in NSW. We manage more than two hundred thousand hectares of softwoods plantations for the economic, environmental and social benefit of the people of NSW and Australia. FCNSW adheres to the values of respect, innovation, integrity and wellbeing. Our Purpose Statement guides us in “Growing Sustainably, Managing profitability and Meeting the needs of our changing world”. For more information about who we are and what we do visit forestrycorporation.com.au
The Position
An exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced all-rounder Office Administrator to join the team in our Bombala Management area and support the team across a number of key areas, including managing and maintaining office systems, sales processes and systems and providing strong support across administration services.
This is a great opportunity to join a busy, vibrant team in a great location in Bombala.
The Person
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong ability in prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines.
They will also possess the following skills and experience:
Previous demonstrated experience as an administration assistant or office assistant supporting and working in large teams;
Demonstrated ability in working under pressure and demonstrating a high level of accuracy when completing tasks;
Excellent experience in working with MS Office with the ability to learn new systems quickly and efficiently.
Demonstrated experience in working in Purchasing and Accounts Payable.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills;
Strong ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels;
Strong attention to detail with the ability to remain focused on repetitive tasks.
How to Apply
Send a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the ideal candidate criteria to jobapplications@fcnsw.com.au If you want to know more about this exciting career opportunity, contact Bruce Chadderton on (m) +61 0429 816 867
Applications close: 5 April 2020
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening as part of the recruitment process.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in advance for their application and advise that only candidates that meet the position requirements and have relevant working rights for Australia, will be contacted.
Haulage and Sales Coordinator Company/Location: Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) - Bombala
Job Description:
Key relationship management opportunity
Great location in Bombala – just over an hour from the coast and the snow
The Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of commercial native and plantation forests in NSW. We manage more than two million hectares of forests for the economic, environmental and social benefit of the people of NSW and Australia. FCNSW adheres to the values of respect, innovation, integrity and wellbeing.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Haulage and Sales Coordinator will coordinate the log sales and haulage operations within the Bombala Management Area with a focus on achieving high levels of customer service, order fulfilment, maximising log transport safety, production and environmental performance.
The program will vary from liaising with customers on log supply requirements, contract management, sales analysis, developing monthly haulage schedules, initiating and implementing haulage safety initiatives, to hosting in field visits with customers.
With timber sales in excess of 0.5 million tonnes per annum, you will be working with a team of passionate forestry professionals to support supply to a number of large domestic and export customers. The incumbent will face the additional complexity of managing the delivery of significantly higher volumes arising from fire salvage operations across the balance of 2020 and into 2021.
ABOUT YOU:
An open thinker, you will be creative and open-minded who thrives in working in teams and enjoys building relationships with stakeholders across all areas.
To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate;
Strong leadership capabilities and experience in managing a team in a complex environment;
Demonstrated management experience across large scale forest operations, with a level of successful involvement in logistics planning and operational delivery;
Demonstrated record of achievement in an external customer facing role ideally within softwood plantation forestry.
Demonstrated ability to operate strategically coupled with the ability to analyse complex commercial and financial problems;
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
Relevant tertiary qualifications in natural resource management or logistics is not essential but ideal;
A current Driver’s license is essential.
Forestry Corporation employees contribute to fire preparedness and suppression activities. Responsibilities will include fire-standby as rostered and deployment as a fire-fighter or part of the incident management team. Fire duties will include weekend work and extended hours (e.g. firefighting nightshifts).
The Application Process: Please apply with an updated copy of your resume [maximum five pages]. In your cover letter, tell us about what you can bring to Forestry Corporation & the role and why you would like to join our team!
Please contact Bruce Chadderton on +61 (0429) 816 867 for a confidential discussion and more information about the role.
Applications Close: 5 April 2020 and applicants should email their applications to
Forestry Corporation is an inclusive workplace which promotes diversity and encourages flexible working arrangements. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol screening as part of the recruitment process.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in advance for their application and advise that only candidates that meet the position requirements and have relevant working rights for Australia, will be contacted.
Senior Forest Ranger (Hardwood), Forest Products
Job Description:
Hardwood; Forestry; Fisheries and Forestry; Cairns
$73,336 to $80,407 per annum
SENIOR FOREST RANGER – AO4
Be part of a team that works in sites throughout Queensland liaising with key clients and stakeholders to plan, authorise, undertake and monitor field operations associated with the State’s management of the sale of native timber and quarry products.
We are looking for tech savvy people who enjoy working outdoors and being in the bush, who bring relevant practical and professional skills and are willing to travel to different operational sites around Queensland as part of their work and are able to complete associated office based electronic reports, plans and requests to a high level.
Self-starters who are comfortable working independently as well as working as a member of a team and who enjoy getting things done will be successful in this role.
Senior Forest Rangers work extensively with clients in carrying out their day to day activities and communicate effectively with a wide range of different people from different backgrounds. They use their initiative to resolve practical problems working with customers and in the field. When not in the field, they work with colleagues to plan and monitor work activities and implement improvements to work procedures and practices. Senior Forest Rangers exercise key delegations acting within policies and procedures underpinned by legislation.
Existing knowledge of relevant forest operations procedures, codes/standards, legislation, requirements and/or training is essential for this role.
There is access to learning and development opportunities including organisational training and associated assessment.
The role requirements are outlined in the Role Description. Please refer to this and our associated applicant information.
For further information about this position and details on how to apply, please visit the Queensland Government Smart Jobs and Careers website www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au
Job Description:
As an essential industry in Australia during this COVID-19 crisis we are looking for an experienced machinist able to set up and operate multi head high speed moulding machines.
Established in 1995 to process timber for the domestic market has over the years placed this company at the forefront in Australian production.
The applicant should be able to work as part of a team and have an eye to quality and safety.
We welcome your response to this full time/permanent position and offer in return all the best benefits for your long term employment in Australia's timber industry as the country gears up to recover from this difficult period.
Job Description:
Due to an impending retirement a full-time role has arisen in our office in Blenheim. Contributing to a team involved in providing forest management services to a range of clients throughout New Zealand, the job is an analytical role with a focus on Forest Estate Modelling, Valuations, resource assessment, carbon, feasibility studies, and market analysis.
Key responsibilities:
Operating forest planning model Tigermoth to support owners strategic and operational plans
Responsible for debugging and testing models to ensure that models are technically correct and efficiently designed.
Due to growing client portfolios a significant amount of time will be spent on Forest valuation and due diligence projects
Preparation of reports summarising and comparing results from models to meet client’s objectives
Carbon Analysis and analysing clients ETS position
Qualifications.
Consideration will be given to applicants with:
A tertiary qualification in forestry with a minimum of 5 years commercial forestry experience.
Sound understanding of the New Zealand forestry sectors.
Demonstrated abilities in data analysis. Experience with commonly used forestry software such as ArcGIS, Atlas Forecaster, YTGEN, MARVL, Woodstock & Tigermoth.
Understanding and experience with financial modelling
Excellent communication and technical report writing and editing skills in English
Knowledge of forest operations including planning, establishment, silviculture and production.
Proven ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines with Strong attention to detail.
Be self-motivating, confident and enthusiastic about working in a team position with a variety of work and responsibilities.
If you are looking for the lifestyle choice of living in Marlborough, which boasts 20% of New Zealand’s coastline and 2400 sunshine hours per year, with continued career advancement then this is the role for you.
All applicants must have current eligibility to work in New Zealand.
