Company/Location: Manulife Investment Management Timber and Agriculture (AU) - Melbourne location preferred, but negotiable depending on the applicant
Jobs Description:
The Opportunity
Manulife Investment Management Timber & Agriculture is seeking an experienced Director – Timberland Investments to support and lead key investment activities across our Australia and New Zealand timberland portfolio.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Investment Officer, Timberland, this senior role plays a critical part in client portfolio support, timberland valuations, acquisitions, and the development and execution of forest carbon projects. You will work closely with regional and global teams to deliver high quality investment analysis, strategic insight, and client engagement across a diverse institutional investor base.
About Us
Manulife Investment Management Timber and Agriculture (AU) is part of the global Manulife group, creating value through the sustainable management of natural resources. With a focus on sustainability, we pride ourselves on leveraging the experience of our long industry history.
About You
Bachelor’s degree in forestry or equivalent experience (postgraduate qualification highly desirable)
Minimum 10 years’ experience in timberland investments, portfolio management, acquisitions, valuation, or forest operations
Strong technical expertise in real asset investment analysis, forest modelling, valuation, growth & yield, and forestry operations
Demonstrated experience with forest carbon markets, project development, and management
Proven ability to work with Boards, committees, and institutional investors
Highly organised, analytical, and commercially minded
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative, motivated, and comfortable working across global teams
Responsibilities
Act as a regional lead supporting timberland clients, including portfolio analysis, reporting, and client engagement.
Provide investment analytics, management commentary, and materials for client portfolio reviews and meetings.
Lead timberland valuations, forest modelling, growth and yield analysis, and forestry due diligence for acquisitions.
Lead and support timberland acquisition activities, including sourcing, modelling, due diligence, and transaction execution.
Oversee the development and execution of forest carbon projects, from feasibility through to credit issuance.
Maintain deep knowledge of Australian and New Zealand carbon markets and identify new project opportunities.
Lead or coordinate regional greenhouse gas accounting and reporting activities.
Present to and support regional Boards and Committees governing timberland investments.
Ensure high quality delivery of appraisals, long term plans, and strategic forestry modelling outputs.
Respond to client requests for data, analysis, and insights
What can we offer you?
Work with a global leader in timberland and real asset investing
Exposure to largescale, institutional timberland and natural capital portfolios
Opportunity to shape and lead carbon and sustainability initiatives in the ANZ region
Flexible location options across Australia and New Zealand
Participation in the Manulife variable incentive program
Hybrid working model
A focus on professional development
How to Apply
To express your interest in this role, please submit your cover letter and resume to Jess Lott - details below.
Applications close: Monday, 20-Apr-2026
Forest Management
Resource Analyst (Tactical)
Company/Location: Forico Pty Ltd / Tasmania
Jobs Description:
See the forest for the trees... can you tell a story with data?
Support the engine room of forest planning, growth modelling and tactical decision making
An opportunity with an international award-winning and Employer of Choice business
Let us introduce ourselves
Forico is Tasmania’s largest private forestry asset management company, providing sustainable forest products and services to global markets. Our globally certified forests include 89,000 hectares of plantation, managed for wood fibre production. Additionally, we manage 77,000 hectares of natural and native forest, which is not harvested but maintained for conservation, biodiversity and cultural values. To find out more visit – www.forico.com.au
The bare roots of the job
Our Resource Analyst (Tactical) plays a pivotal role for Forico’s Resource Information Team based at either our North (Techno Park) or North-West (Ridgley) office locations. Taking draft outputs from the strategic model to produce a practical and efficient operational harvest and replant plan, known as the Three-Year Plan (3YP).
Your technical expertise in spatial and resource information management, forest growth modelling and effective stakeholder engagement will all be put to daily use in pragmatic analysis, process development, automation and documentation to produce practical medium term tactical schedules and deploy these to various personnel and business systems.
This tactical schedule comprises highly accurate, time critical information that directly supports business planning, annual budgeting cycles, harvesting and planting schedules, and carbon registration decisions.
As a member of the Resource Information Team, you’ll work closely with forestry, carbon, planning and silviculture teams to identify and integrate tactical insights into key systems including ArcGIS Enterprise, Remsoft Operations, GeoMaster, Canopy (M-Files) and FME.
In this role, you will:
Be instrumental in collaborating across a range of operational areas to transform strategy into reality
Prepare input data with exceptional precision for the estate-wide strategic Estate Valuation Model (EVM) process
Successfully engage stakeholders to transform conceptual model outputs into a practical tactical plans
Publish and integrate the tactical plans across related business systems, including GeoMaster, GIS, Remsoft Operations, M-Files and others
Conceptualise and deploy monitoring and reporting capability that supports delivery of tactical plans
Participate in key innovation projects, including modelling optimisation and system development
Provide internal and external stakeholders with timely, relevant and accurate tactical insights
Contribute to continuous improvement across tactical models, systems and both spatial and non-spatial data processes.
Who will join our journey?
Our ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in operational forestry, resource management or environmental science, with experience in resource analysis, scheduling, spatial systems or data modelling.
To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:
Qualifications & Technical Skills
Tertiary qualifications in Forestry, Resource/Environmental Management, Agriculture or a related field
Advanced FME and experience with SQL
High level GIS and analytical skills in spatial and nonspatial data (ArcGIS Enterprise preferred)
Experience with modelling tools (e.g. TigerMoth, Patchworks, 3-PG)
Familiarity with forestry-focussed systems such as Remsoft, ArcGIS Enterprise workflows, Python/ArcPy is desirable
Understanding of (experience in) forest inventory, growth and yield, or tactical scheduling will be highly regarded
A current driver’s licence
Your Personal Attributes
Exceptional attention to detail - accuracy matters in this role
Inquisitiveness and a motivation to continuously improve
Ability to work autonomously while building strong collaborative relationships
Strong problem-solving capability, able to interpret complex models and datasets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Outstanding organisation and time management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines
A career that’s growing places
Forico are an Employer of Choice, and our people are our most important asset. We offer a work safe, home safe culture across all operations, flexible employment conditions, an attractive remuneration and benefits package, an exceptional workplace culture and a highly supportive leadership team.
Start planting your future today…
If you’re keen to put down roots with Forico, please get in touch. For a more details or to obtain a position description, please contact Tim Bates, details below.
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to Forico’s online career portal at https://forico.com.au/careers
Forester
Company/Location: HQ Plantations
Jobs Description: HIRING NOW | Embrace the Challenge. Shape the Future.
HQPlantations is one of Australia’s largest plantation growers—a role that brings both opportunity and responsibility. Our industry is dynamic, diverse, and constantly evolving.
Our Business
We sustainably manage 310,000 hectares of forest throughout the state of Queensland from Passchendaele near the NSW border to Kuranda north west of Cairns. We’re growing almost 100 million trees in Queensland. Did we mention sustainably?
Sure, you'll be proud to produce beautiful A-grade timber. But to their core, our people are passionate custodians of the forest. We have a duty to treat the land with respect and tread lightly. It's why we invest so much in improving the quality of our plantations, the soil and water.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Forester to join our Harvesting team, based in Blackbutt the gateway to the South Burnett Region.
Reporting to the Harvest and Supply Manager, you will develop and implement timely harvest plans and conduct analysis of our haulage routes to ensure the delivery of cost-effective harvest and supply programs in accordance with HQPlantations standards and specifications.
About You
You bring a proactive approach and a commitment to high-quality outcomes, supported by:
A Bachelor of Science (Forestry) or equivalent, with experience in harvesting, haulage, roading, fire management, silviculture or general plantation operations.
Fire Sector Commander accreditation and IMT qualifications (or ability to obtain).
Demonstrated technical knowledge and application of plantation forest management operations and practices specifically in the areas of harvest and supply.
Strong knowledge of forest stewardship, safety, performance, and business management.
Proven skills in budgeting, financial analysis, project management, planning, and problem-solving.
Advanced IT proficiency, including MS Office and forest management systems (TechnologyOne, Remsoft, GIS, Geocortex).
A valid C-class driver’s licence (MR licence desirable).
The right to work in Australia.
What We Offer
Our people are the heart of our business. In return, we provide:
Competitive remuneration, including commuter use of a company vehicle.
Annual incentive program and additional fire management compensation.
Relocation assistance (if required).
Genuine flexibility and wellbeing initiatives, including health programs and employee assistance services.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to grow with us, review the Position Description and submit your resume with a brief response (max 2 pages) via our careers’s page on www.hqplantations.com.au.
HQPlantations values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals with disabilities.
Applications close: Friday, 17-Apr-2026
Timberlands Pacific Graduate Program - Forestry
Company/Location: Timberlands Pacific / Mount Gambier, Australia
Jobs Description:
Are you looking for opportunities to develop and succeed, working in a small team in a fast paced, flexible and supportive environment?
This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your forestry career, where you will have the opportunity to apply your learning in an operational role. You will be able to further develop your skills on a two-year placement within an exciting and customer focused forestry business.
We have a position available for graduates in Forest Science, Environmental Sciences or other related disciplines. These roles offer field-based operational management experiences in silviculture and harvest management.
The successful candidates will be base in Mount Gambier, South Australia.
Timberlands Pacific provides world class certified sustainable forest management and operations, from establishment through to sales and marketing on a significant scale. Our Radiata Pine plantations focus on maximising structural timbers and include the Taswood Estate in Tasmania and Penola Plantations across the South Australian and Victorian borders. We are strongly committed to the regional communities in which we operate and creating value for our clients.
At Timberlands Pacific we value diversity and are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and a safe work place. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all cultures, abilities, sex and genders.
For more information, email Gayle Quin at gayle.quin@tppl.com.au or to apply email your resume and a covering letter.
Applications close 24 April 2026.
Applications close: Friday, 24-Apr-2026
Wood Processing/Manufacturing
Saw Doctor
Company/Location: SA Pine Pty Ltd - Kuitpo, SA
Jobs Description:
SA Pine Pty Ltd is a privately owned timber manufacturer supplying high-quality building products made from Australian plantation pine. SA Pine produces value-added timber products for the national construction market and is committed to safety and quality.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Saw Doctor to join our team in Kuitpo, SA. This critical trade role ensures the safe, precise, and efficient operation of our sawmill equipment by maintaining, repairing, and optimising all saw blades and cutting systems.
Saw Doctors are highly skilled tradespeople responsible for sharpening, setting, tensioning, and repairing industrial saws used in timber processing.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect, maintain, and repair band, circular, and gang saw blades
Sharpen, tension, and align saws to required specifications
Diagnose cutting issues and optimise saw performance
Maintain saw shop equipment and tooling
Work closely with production teams to maximise recovery and quality
Perform preventative maintenance and service routines
Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
Saw technicians also dismantle precision equipment, repair parts, and reassemble components using specialised tools and machinery.
About You:
Trade qualification in Saw Doctoring, Saw Technology, Engineering, or similar (preferred)
Proven experience in a saw shop or manufacturing environment
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
Problem-solving skills and reliability
Most workers in this trade hold a Certificate III-level qualification combined with on-the-job training.
What We Offer:
Competitive pay and conditions
Full time position
Training and career development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Wood Transport/Logistics
Logistics and Customer Service Coordinator
Company/Location: HQPlantations / Toolara
Jobs Description:
Do you want to work for a business that genuinely cares about its people — their health, wellbeing, and safety while ensuring everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to return home safe every day?
At HQPlantations, we care deeply about the land we manage, the Traditional Custodians, our neighbours, local communities, and the many visitors who enjoy our plantation forests.
We sustainably manage 310,000 hectares of plantation forest across Queensland — from Passchendaele near the NSW border to Kuranda, north‑west of Cairns. We’re growing close to 100 million trees, and we’re doing it sustainably — because what we do today matters for tomorrow.
Our industry has evolved, and so have we. We’re innovating through cutting‑edge technology, data‑driven insights, and fresh perspectives, all underpinned by a strong culture of care — care for each other and care for the land.
Together, we’re growing something that truly matters.
The opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics and Customer Service Coordinator to join our Harvesting Team in our Coastal Region.
Here you will be part of a high performing team leading the delivery of harvest and haulage programs in an organisation that is committed to building a culture of diversity and inclusion whilst ensuring your well-being is at the forefront of everything we do. HQP also has a culture of care, care for each other and care the lands.
What you’ll bring
To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:
Experience in delivering large scale logistics and/or complex projects
Strong strategic and operational knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices in plantation forestry.
Sound professional judgement, a disciplined approach, and strong standards, balanced with a collaborative mindset.
Proven strategic decision‑making skills supported by solid business acumen.
Practical experience in financial management, including job costing, budgeting, and financial analysis.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, with a natural ability to foster inclusion.
High‑level IT capability, with the ability to adopt new systems and applications quickly.
Desirable qualifications:
Relevant qualifications in logistics or forest management
Unrestricted C‑Class driver’s licence
Willingness to undertake training and perform fire activities
Why Join HQPlantations?
A values‑led, safety‑focused organisation
A culture built on care, respect, and inclusion
Meaningful work with a positive environmental and community impact
The chance to make a genuine contribution to Queensland’s forestry future
Lifestyle and career opportunities in the Sunshine State
Ready to Make a Tree Change?
If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit your current resume and a brief response (no more than two pages) via the Careers page on our website: www.hqplantations.com.au
Applications close: Friday 24 April 2026
HQPlantations embraces diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people living with disability.
Jobs Description:
Ingka Investments is one of the 3 pillars of the Ingka Group, acting as a strategic partner to Ingka Retail (IKEA stores) and Ingka Centres, by securing financial strength for future growth and by making investments that contribute to making Ingka Group the world’s leading multichannel home furnishing retailer and to achieving its People & Planet Positive strategy. Ingka Investments’ mission is to lead with purposeful investments, enabling Ingka Group’s long-term growth and financial strength. We want to position Ingka Group as a unique, responsible, and trusted investor.
Wood is an essential part of the IKEA identity. We invest in forestland because we believe we can play an important role in supplying wood from more sustainable sources for our everyday lives. Responsible wood sourcing is crucial for a healthier planet, a more sustainable future and more balanced ecosystems for generations to come.
About this work area
As Accounting & Reporting Specialist your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with New Zealand Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Supporting the Financial Controller with audit preparation, including audit schedules, supporting documentation, and auditor queries.
Responsibility for timely and accurate month-end reporting, including preparation, review, and posting of journals with appropriate documentation and approvals.
Preparation and maintenance of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.
Supporting and maintaining internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and financial governance requirements.
Assisting with forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis as required.
Who you are
Ingka Investments Management NZ is looking for an Accounting & Reporting Specialist to join our Forestland team here in Aotearoa New Zealand. The role is based in Tauranga and supports our local forestry operations, as well as the reporting needs across our national and international forest portfolio.
In this role, you’ll help deliver clear, accurate financial information and analysis that supports day‑to‑day decisions within the New Zealand Forestland business. You’ll be working alongside a small, supportive team and contributing to a growing operational environment.
You’ll bring a good understanding of New Zealand company obligations, including GAAP, tax, and statistical reporting, as well as governance and compliance. Your background includes around two years’ experience in accounting or finance, and ideally with some forestry knowledge being advantageous.
To be considered for this role experience in the following is ideal:
Worked in the New Zealand forest industry.
Accounting, Financial management.
Auditing financial and business processes.
Excellent reporting, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proven capability in data analysis, and turning data into clear, meaningful insights.
Experience working with financial and reporting systems that support robust data management and analysis.
Project implementation in particular developing new systems and ways of working.
About the role
Contract type: Permanent, full time (hybrid working model).
Relocation support: Domestic & international relocation support provided
Reporting line: Toni Fleming – Financial Controller INGKA Investments
Contact: Noor van Hooff - P&C Project Leader INGKA Investments
Role location: Role is based at Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand.
Company/Location: Ministry for Primary Industries / Northland
Jobs Description:
Role type: Permanent, full-time Location: Northland
Salary range & band: General Salary Range D: $100,934 to $135,076 depending on skills and experience
Kōrero mō te Tūranga - About the Role
We are on the hunt for an enthusiastic and driven Forestry Manager for our Northland region. You’ll provide management support to the National Operations Manager in line with Crown Forestry's business objectives and strategic vision, with a particular focus on working collaboratively with our forest management contractors to plan, budget and control forest development, tending, maintenance and harvesting operations.
We currently utilise two forest management contractors to service our Northland portfolio which comprises 21 forests covering over 14,300 hectares. This is a great opportunity to have significant influence and support the management of our Northland assets.
This role will require a mixture of office and field work. There is also scope for travel outside the region to assist with the wider Crown Forestry Kaupapa as needed.
A typical day will see you
Implement and maintain forestry operations systems and processes including monitoring and reporting on physical and financial performance; and review contractor/sub-contractor performance
Act as the Crown’s steward in respect of the maintenance and improvement of the forest assets
Implement and maintain assurance processes for forestry operations as set out in Crown Forestry’s Quality Management System
Ensure Environmental compliance as required under NES-Commercial Forestry, Resource Management Act and relevant local authority District and Regional Plans
Ensure Health and Safety compliance and continuous improvement in accordance with the Crown Forestry H&S plan
Develop and maintain forest management plans
Work with existing management contractors and joint venture partners
Assist in the selection and induction of new management contractors
Build and sustain positive working relationships with stakeholders (lessors, grantors, neighbours, iwi, territorial local authorities, regional councils, and forest user groups)
Monitor forest operations (access, land preparation, planting, releasing, tending, pest control, forest health, earthworks and harvesting)
Ensure tree crop and land is adequately protected and kept secure
This role is the opportunity for the right candidate to grow within Crown Forestry.
Mōu - About You
We’re searching for someone with experience in managing forest operations. You’ll be used to achieving strong results through the relationships you build and possess an open and honest communication style. You will be dedicated to meeting the expectations of your stakeholders and work to gain their trust and respect. Proactive management of your work and a reliable, steadfast nature will also be key to your success.
Alongside this we are seeking:
Familiarity with the regulatory environment for the forestry sector (specifically health & safety and the environment)
A tertiary qualification in forestry management or equivalent industry experience
Experience in managing forest and harvesting operations including supplier appraisal, negotiation, performance, and delivery
Financial management capability including budgeting and control
An ability to consult with and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders
An ability to analyse issues, evaluate options and agree on a solution
The ability to work as part of a team or independently
Advanced written and oral communication skills
A willingness to share and learn knowledge and experience
This role can be physically demanding, often requiring on the ground auditing of work, walking among trees and through understory vegetation, often over steep and undulating terrain.
You must have a current full New Zealand driver licence or equivalent full foreign driver licence.
You do not need to meet all of the role requirements to apply. We offer a breadth of development and learning opportunities and welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit.
Mō te peka - About the branch
For details about the branch, the team, MPI and the benefits of working at MPI, please refer to the Position Description on the MPI Careers site.
Location: Gisborne Position: Senior Management Role - Full-Time
Are you fierce about leading safe, efficient, and environmentally sound harvest operations? Do you excel at managing teams, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence? Join Logic Forest Solutions as our Senior Harvest Manager and play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable forestry.
Who We’re Looking For: This is a senior management position and will form part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) within the business. We need a results-driven leader with experience in forest harvest management. You’ll be organized, proactive, and skilled at fostering relationships with staff, contractors, clients, and stakeholders. Your expertise in health & safety, environmental compliance, and operational efficiency will help us deliver top-tier forestry services.
Key Responsibilities:
Pre Harvest Set Up – Plan, initiate and set up proposed future harvest operations
Staff Management – Manage operational staff, and work closely with Logic directors and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
Harvest Management: Lead multiple harvest projects efficiently, whilst managing H& Safety and environmental compliance.
Financial Oversight: Manage budgets, financial tracking, and cashflow forecasting.
Contractor Engagement: Oversee contractor selection, engagement, and performance management.
Health & Safety Leadership: Ensure “best practice” Health and Safety management and compliance through audits, incident reporting, and investigation.
Environmental Stewardship: Maintain best practices in environmental performance monitoring and reporting.
Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate regularly with clients, landowners, and community groups, and manage Forestry Right agreements.
Why Join Us?
Meaningful Impact: Grow and lead essential forestry projects contributing to environmental sustainability.
Career Development: Access ongoing training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
Supportive Culture: Work with a values-driven, collaborative team passionate about what they do.
Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary package based on experience.
Stunning Location: Enjoy Gisborne’s breathtaking natural environment with rivers, forests, and beaches.
What You’ll Bring:
Qualifications: A degree/diploma or higher in forestry, harvest operations, and or health & safety management.
Experience: At least 5 years in harvest operations or related forestry roles.
Skills: Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving capabilities.
Core Values: Alignment with our values of Honesty, Legacy, Innovation, Quality, and Fun.
About Us: Logic Forest Solutions has been a trusted leader in forest operations for 25 years. We’re committed to sustainability, innovation, and excellence in forestry management. We value our team and the land we serve.
Ready to take your forestry career to the next level? Apply now and be a part of something meaningful!
Please apply through the Seek website before Friday 1st May 2026
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