Southern Forestry Management Contractor (Southland-based) Posted: 26/08/2024
Closing Date: 12/09/2024
Job Type: Contract
Location: Dunedin
Job Category: Agriculture, Nature & Animal
Wenita Forest Products Ltd is a long established, successful forest management company, seeking to continually improve its operations, systems, and customer experiences. We are committed to operating as a sustainable, widely respected business within the Otago and Southland community. Visit www.wenita.co.nz to learn more about us.
Job Description About the role:
Based in Southland, the Southern Forest Management Contractor role is responsible for wide range of duties, which include:
Contractor Management: co-ordinating, supervising and monitoring the operations of contractors working in the forests.
Land Use: Manage silviculture, harvesting, health & safety and security requirements.
Relationship Management: assist with the owners of the forests, neighbouring landowners and other key stakeholders
Data collection, planning and reporting: collecting forest measurement and operation data for analysis, along with the ability to plan and report on work programmes and data, as requested by Wenita.
Emergency Services: first point of contact for emergency services in the event of a fire or other emergency on the land.
Compliance: Ensuring compliance with forestry industry regulations, including health and safety and environmental.
Desired Skills and Experience About you:
We are looking for someone who enjoys working in the forestry industry, values working with great people and forms productive working relationships. They will have a good understanding of harvesting and silviculture operations and will be a self-starter with good communication skills. In addition to this they will have the ability to manage work and situations independently, while seeking guidance when needed from Wenita. H&S and environmental compliance are cornerstones of the forestry industry, so a sound understanding of these requirements is critical.
Requirements
To be successful you will ideally already have:
At least 5+ years' experience in a similar role in the forestry industry
A valid driver's licence,
A current first aid certificate,
Basic chainsaw knowledge and operation (Competenz units 6916 and 6917); and
UAV operating experience
Wenita is offering a competitive package for the right person to join our team. We are ready to support and/or develop the right person into this role. The Southland and Otago regions are a great and affordable place to live, with plenty of options to achieve your lifestyle aspirations.
Applications close Tuesday, 12 September and should include a CV and covering letter.
If you require any further information, contact HR at Polson Higgs on 03 477 9923.
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