Forester (Planning & Resources)

We’re looking for a Forester to join our Resources and Planning Team to support the continued growth of our forest business. Reporting to the Planning & Compliance Manager you’ll work across operational planning, resource assessment, natural resource management, improvement projects, and compliance and certification processes.

The Role:

In collaboration with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders you’ll make sure our forest operations are efficient, safe, and sustainable. You will also:

• develop and quality-assure forest operation plans (establishment, silviculture, harvesting, fire protection, measurement).
• contribute to harvest scheduling using tools like Remsoft Scheduler.
• coordinate forest measurement programs using advanced technologies (LiDAR, UAV, Resistograph).
• support compliance, certification, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• maintain and analyse resource datasets to inform decision-making.
• engage with stakeholders including contractors, councils, and government agencies.
• participate in fire readiness and response activities.

You:

• have qualifications in Forestry, Environmental Science, or a related field and, or equivalent experience in forest operations planning and resource assessment.
• have experience in forest resource assessment, GIS (ESRI) and data analysis.
• are familiar with technology tools like Plotsafe, YTGEN, Remsoft Scheduler/Woodstock, Tigermoth, Trimble LRM and Microsoft Office.
• have knowledge of forest certification, compliance, and safety systems.
• understand silviculture, pests, diseases, and ecological planning.
• have had exposure to remote sensing technologies (LiDAR, UAV, satellite), and possibly UAV piloting.
• are experienced with projects and contractor management.
• communicate well, build strong relationships and have stakeholder engagement abilities.
• are curious, willing to learn, proactive and keen to improve systems and processes.

This role also requires you have a current Australian drivers licence, to be physically fit, participate in fire response activities and enjoy working outdoors in all conditions.

Interested? To find out more about the role contact Mae Steele, HR Advisor on 0439 089 483.