Resource Modeller (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  VicForests

  Melbourne CBD, Victoria, Australia

  • Permanent role
  • Varied and interesting role
  • Melbourne CBD Location

Are you interested in playing a key role in the sustainable management of Victoria’s native forests?

VicForests is a Victorian State-owned business responsible for the sustainable harvest, regeneration and commercial sale of timber from Victoria's public forests on behalf of the Victorian Government.

We undertake all our operations in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner, keeping our staff, the community and the environment in mind in all we do. We are an active member of the communities in which we operate and we are committed to giving stakeholders the opportunity to have input into our forestry practices.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Resource Modeller to join our Resources team. The role of the Resource Modeller is to drive further development of VicForests’ resource planning systems and wood supply models, utilising a wide range of spatial and non-spatial data, and liaise with other business units within VicForests on resource issues.

We would love to hear from you if you have:

  • A degree in Forest Science or equivalent
  • High level GIS skills
  • High level data analysis skills
  • High level expertise in forest estate modelling (Remsoft Spatial Planning System)
  • Experience in the development of policies, processes, procedures and reporting
  • Forest management experience

What you will get in return:

  • Structured training and development plan
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Wellbeing program including flu vacs, discounts on health insurance and health clubs
  • Myki discount
  • Flexible working conditions