Forestry Specialist (371570)

Job Description:

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Duties

• Provide information, assistance, training and education to stakeholders, clients, Agency staff and the public on matters relating to sustainable forest management on private land, for both native forest management and the development and management of plantations.
• Prepare and conduct educational activities individually, or in conjunction/consultation with other organisations to promote a commercially viable private forest sector.
• Facilitate the development and growth of an effective, efficient private forest sector, through co-operation with service providers, consultants and the investment forestry sector.
• Identify practices, which are likely to adversely impact on the long-term sustainability of the private forest resource, recommending and implementing appropriate remedial action.
• Coordinate the maintenance and upgrading of the Private Forest Resource Inventory, and, of surveys and assessments to monitor forests and forest operations on private land and determine forest owner attitude and needs.
• Evaluate and recommend land for Private Timber Reserves in accordance with the Forest Practices Act, on behalf of the Forest Practices Board.
• Proactively engage with Government agencies, stakeholders and other organisations to promote the development of private forestry.
• Prepare submissions and responses to industry and government inquiries.

Essential Requirements

Evidence of the following must be provided prior to appointment to this role:

• Satisfactory completion of an appropriate course of study at a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent experience.

The person must continue to satisfy the above essential requirements/qualifications throughout their employment in this role.

Desirable Requirements

• Current Drivers Licence
• Ability to achieve an appointment as a Warranted Forest Practices Officer (Planning) under the Forest Practices Act 1985.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

(image) Statement of Duties - 371570 - Forestry Specialist.docx

(image) Statement of Duties - 371570 - Forestry Specialist.pdf

(image) Advice to applicants.DOCX

(image) Advice to applicants.pdf

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How to apply

To apply, please provide a one- to two-page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

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Complete the following application form and email your application to us at [email protected]

(image) Application for Employment (Form 201).DOCX

(image) Application for Employment (Form 201).pdf