Harvesting Forester
(Forester)
Full Time
Churchill, Gippsland, Victoria, Australia
Forester Harvesting
Based in Churchill, Gippsland
Great urban or country lifestyle options
Work for a longstanding, successful company
HVP Plantations is a successful privately owned softwood timber plantation operator that manages extensive plantations in across Victoria.
People successful at HVP are self-motivated who thrive working in a small team and a fast paced and professional environment. They value safety, their regional communities, environmental care and sustainability.
The Role
HVP Plantations is seeking an experienced Harvesting Forester. The role is based in Churchill (near the regional city of Traralgon) where there are a myriad of great lifestyle opportunities at your fingertips.
The Harvesting Forester is responsible for the oversight of plantation harvesting crews in meeting safety, environmental, production and delivery targets. At times the role will also have responsibilities in roading and other plantation management tasks.
Applicants will have good communication, staff management and team skills. They will have experience in the forest industry in harvesting. Applicants will be skilled at directing and negotiating with contractors. Good computer skills are required. A tertiary qualification in forestry or related discipline would be well regarded but is not mandatory.
Compensation
A competitive salary package will be negotiated to secure the best candidate and relocation assistance is available if required. A car with some private use benefits is available with the role and the person appointed will participate in our bonus program.