Forest Manager - Taumarunui
PF Olsen, New Zealand
Job Description
PF Olsen Ltd has 52 years’ forestry services experience with offices throughout New Zealand and Australia. That’s 52 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 Forest Manager role. The ideal applicant will have 2 or more years of experience in a leadership role in a forestry environment. So, if you are looking for a change in the New Year (not far away) and can deliver in this position then we welcome your application today!
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.
The position will be based in and around Taumarunui a stone's throw away from Whanganui river, Te Kuiti and Turangi so if you live in these areas we welcome your application.
Duties will include:
- Planning, management, and supervision of forestry operations
- Nursery liaison
- 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
- Mentoring less experienced members of the team
To be successful, you will already have:
- In-depth knowledge of all types of NZ forestry silviculture
- 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 environment
In return, we will offer the successful candidate:
- Internal career progression opportunities throughout New Zealand amp; Australia
- Vehicle (for personal use as well)
- Training and upskilling, both internally and via external providers
- Flexible work hours
- Opportunities purchasing PF Olsen shares
- 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.
To apply for this position, please do so online with a resume and cover letter.