Senior Forest Manager - Nelson
PF Olsen, New Zealand
Job Description
PF Olsen Ltd has 50 years’ forestry services experience with offices throughout New Zealand and Australia. That’s 50 years of industry knowledge and employment stability across New Zealand. With our vision to be ‘The professional forest management company of choice,’ we strive to be industry leaders in value maximization and risk reduction for forest owners through all aspects of forest management.
PF Olsen Ltd is looking for an experienced, agile, and motivated person to fill a Senior Forest Manager role in sunny Nelson. So, if you are looking for a change this year and can deliver in this position then we welcome your application today!
Nelson is known for having the highest number of consistent sunshine hours in New Zealand; an average of 2600+ hours of sunshine goodness a year! Pair all that beautiful sun with a fun and highly motivated team, recently refurbished office, extraordinary landscapes, and progression opportunities throughout New Zealand, how could you pass up an opportunity like this?!
PF Olsen wants you to help us in shaping the future of the forestry industry by joining a company that values and grows its employees while putting health and safety at the forefront of every activity. Our company endorses and promotes sustainable forestry practices, and in New Zealand, we are leading the way in land-capacity-based afforestation solutions.
Duties will include:
- Planning, management, and supervision of forestry operations
- Contractor supervision and client liaison
- A high level of performance in Hamp;S, environmental and value creation for clients
- The ability to grow your knowledge with project work from time to time
- One direct report
- Mentoring less experienced members of the team
To be successful, you will already have:
- In-depth knowledge of all types of NZ forestry silviculture
- Forestry crew experience and / or A tertiary qualification in Forestry or a related discipline (while not essential, would be an advantage)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership and teamwork skills
- The ability to work in the agile woodlot environment
In return, we will offer the successful candidate:
- Internal career progression opportunities throughout New Zealand amp; Australia
- Training and upskilling, both internally and via external providers
- Flexible work hours
- Opportunities for forest investments
- Attractive remuneration benefits package
- A great work culture
PF Olsen is a drug-free workplace and applicants must agree to pre-employment and random drug testing.
For a position description, more information or to apply for this position, please online with a resume and cover letter.
Applicants must already be eligible to work in New Zealand