Forest Manager - Rotorua
PF Olsen, New Zealand
Job Description
The forestry sector is one of the backbones of our New Zealand economy and at PF Olsen, they have a vision of optimising Forestry for a better future, growing sustainably managed assets for future generations.
Take a forward leap in your forestry career with industry leaders, PF Olsen Ltd. Help us to shape the future of the forestry industry and join a company that values its employees and puts health and safety at the forefront of every activity.
Leading the market in the forestry sector across both Australia and New Zealand, and with 52 years of expertise behind them, PF Olsen has become NZ's most trusted forestry services provider. The company grows over 180 of the industry's most talented people, from forest and harvesting managers through to planning, forestry and environmental consultants.
PF Olsen’s key purpose is to maximize value for forest owners through all aspects of forest management, from planting through to harvesting and marketing, while managing commercial and statutory risks. It is important to us that we remain leaders in the field when it comes to our work processes, health amp; safety and environmental systems.
Requirements
Duties will include:
- Best practice management of health, safety and the environment
- Managing establishment/silviculture crews to a high level of performance
- Managing clients throughout the King Country / Taumarunui region, there will be some travel required to manage and liaise with contractors and clients
- Client management, budgeting and reporting
- General forestry / property management activities
Ideally you will be tertiary qualified in Forestry or have equivalent experience, along with a proven track record, including at least 3 years in Forest Management. You'll also need excellent interpersonal and team skills, along with great communication - including the ability to build and maintain key relationships. With sound computer literacy you will have the ability to put together reports and information for management. Other key attributes include being practically minded, a quick thinker, with the ability to find workable solutions. Being an autonomous role, high levels of motivation are also highly valued, alon with the ability to complete work to a high standard.
Benefits
PF Olsen is a great company to work for - we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes;
- Competitive base salary
- Vehicle (with private use)
- Insurances (life, income protection, medical)
- Career progression opportunities
- Learning, development and upskilling
- A team orientated work culture with regular social events
If you are an experienced and motivated Forest Manager, a team player with a can-do attitude, then you are who we are looking for! Come join the team based in our modern Head Office situated amongst the popular cycle and walking tracks of the Rotorua Redwoods.
PF Olsen is proud to be a drug-free work place and applicants must agree to pre-employment and random drug testing.
For a job description or to apply for this position, please email your CV and cover letter before Wednesday 17th of May 2023 to Kellie Hamlett -
Applicants must already be eligible to work in New Zealand