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. Our company endorses and promotes sustainable forestry practices and holds certificates on behalf of clients for FSC and PEFC. 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 & safety and environmental systems.
Only a short drive to the beach, multiple lakes and forest walks, this position is based in central Rotorua. Our modern Head Office is adjacent to the popular walking and cycling tracks of the Redwood Forest and only a short drive to surrounding lakes. If you are a motivated Harvest Manager/Planner looking for a new challenge, then this is the position for you!
To be successful you will:
Have considerable experience in harvest planning (for both ground based and cable operations)
Be proficient in the use of GIS, cable analysis software (CHPs) and road design software (RoadEng).
Have excellent communication/interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Have knowledge of forest harvesting systems and processes.
Very good computer skills.
Your duties will include:
Planning, management and supervision of harvesting and engineering operations to a high level of performance in H&S and Environmental compliance.
Developing effective harvest plans for ground based and cable operations
Analysing harvesting options and undertaking assessments of environmental effects to support consent applications
Client liaison and written reporting
In return, we offer the successful candidate:
Career progression opportunities throughout New Zealand & Australia
Training opportunities
Attractive employee benefits package (Including life, medical & income protection insurance)
Vehicle with full private use
Share-buying opportunities
PF Olsen prides itself on being 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 Friday 5th January 2021 to **********
Applicants must already be eligible to work in New Zealand
