Silviculture Operator (Forester) - Bombala

Forestry Corporation of NSW; Mount Darragh; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Self-paced learning

Collaborative team environment

Exclusive company benefits

Competitive base salary

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of commercial forests in NSW, Australia. A Silviculture Operator (Forester) – Bombala (Level 2) role is available as a full-time position based in Bombala, offering exposure to forest operations, environmental standards, and crew supervision.

You’ll contribute to silviculture planning, safety, and fire management while supporting regional health programs and driver responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Over two years’ experience in a similar role.
• Relevant Qualification for this role.
• Strong organisational, problem solving and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, adapt to changing operational requirements and meet deadlines and expected standards.
• Demonstrated experience working safely in high-risk operational environments, with a strong understanding of safe work practices.
• Sound knowledge of forestry management and protection, including silviculture, weed and pest control, plantation establishment and forest health, fire management, hazard reduction and fire suppression.
• Demonstrated experience in forest operations, with the ability to interpret and apply operational plans, codes of practice, operating rules and technical guidelines to maximise long term commercial, environmental and social values.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, exercising sound judgement within delegated authority.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, contractors, industry representatives, neighbours, regulators and the broader community.
• Practical knowledge of plantation forest operations, including site preparation, planting, hazard reduction activities and roadwork machinery.
• Sound technical and problem-solving skills, including map reading, navigation, GPS use, literacy and numeracy.
• Demonstrated competency in the safe and efficient operation of plant and equipment, particularly trucks, tankers and chainsaws.
• Capacity and willingness to undertake fire and fuel management activities, travel extensively, work extended hours and maintain the level of physical fitness required to operate safely in difficult terrain and dense vegetation.
• Current driver licence and willingness to undertake driving and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking forest and silviculture operations in accordance with operational plans, regional budgets and environmental standards.
• Safely operate and maintain plant, vehicles and equipment, including trucks, dozers, forklifts and fire tankers.
• Monitor safety, environmental and operational compliance of staff, contractors and forestry activities.
• Supervise and coordinate staff, contractors and suppliers to ensure work is completed safely, effectively and efficiently.
• Planning, monitoring and implementation of regional forest health programs including biosecurity and water quality monitoring activities.
• Participate in fire preparedness, hazard reduction burning and firefighting operations as required.

Skills

Forest operations

Safety in high-risk environments

Planning & organisation

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

GPS & map reading

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Driver licence

Adaptability

Education

Relevant forestry qualification

Job description

Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of commercial plantation and native forests in NSW. We manage more than two million hectares of forests for the environmental, economic, and social benefit of the people of NSW and Australia. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are focused on empowering our people to use their creativity, authenticity and innovative thinking to be the champions of change now and into the future. That is why no matter who you are, we encourage you to apply for the job that’s right for you. We aim to have a workforce that reflects the diverse communities in which we work and so we strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

Silviculture Operator (Forester) – Bombala (Level 2)

Why Grow Your Career With Forestry Corporation Of NSW

• Wellbeing: Everyone home, injury free, everyday
• Respect: We care for country, community, and ourselves
• Integrity: We are honest and accountable
• Innovation: We challenge ourselves to think differently, be bold and continuously improve

What We Can Offer You

• Full time, permanent position based in Bombala
• Access to self-paced learning
• Collaborative team environment
• Chance to contribute your expertise, creativity and innovation to the sustainable management of NSW forests
• Access to exclusive company benefits
• Competitive salary remuneration – $68,000 - $80,000 base salary plus super

About The Role

We are Currently looking for a Forester internally known as a Silviculture Operator to join the Silviculture team in Bombala on full-time basis. This role is responsible for undertaking forest operations and construction activities in accordance with required environmental standards, supporting a range of activities including:

• Undertaking forest and silviculture operations in accordance with operational plans, regional budgets and environmental standards.
• Safely operate and maintain plant, vehicles and equipment, including trucks, dozers, forklifts and fire tankers.
• Monitor safety, environmental and operational compliance of staff, contractors and forestry activities.
• Supervise and coordinate staff, contractors and suppliers to ensure work is completed safely, effectively and efficiently.
• Planning, monitoring and implementation of regional forest health programs including biosecurity and water quality monitoring activities.
• Participate in fire preparedness, hazard reduction burning and firefighting operations as required.

We Would Love You To Have

• Over two years’ experience in a similar role
• Relevant Qualification for this role
• Strong organisational, problem solving and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, adapt to changing operational requirements and meet deadlines and expected standards.
• Demonstrated experience working safely in high-risk operational environments, with a strong understanding of safe work practices.
• Sound knowledge of forestry management and protection, including silviculture, weed and pest control, plantation establishment and forest health, fire management, hazard reduction and fire suppression.
• Demonstrated experience in forest operations, with the ability to interpret and apply operational plans, codes of practice, operating rules and technical guidelines to maximise long term commercial, environmental and social values.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, exercising sound judgement within delegated authority.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, contractors, industry representatives, neighbours, regulators and the broader community.
• Practical knowledge of plantation forest operations, including site preparation, planting, hazard reduction activities and roadwork machinery.
• Sound technical and problem-solving skills, including map reading, navigation, GPS use, literacy and numeracy.
• Demonstrated competency in the safe and efficient operation of plant and equipment, particularly trucks, tankers and chainsaws.
• Capacity and willingness to undertake fire and fuel management activities, travel extensively, work extended hours and maintain the level of physical fitness required to operate safely in difficult terrain and dense vegetation.
• Current driver licence and willingness to undertake driving and travel as required.

Applications close: Tuesday 1 December 2026, 11:59PM AEST

Depending on the role the preferred candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete a Drug and Alcohol screening, and/or Medical Assessment and/or a Fire Task Based Assessment (TBA). For roles requiring, the successful candidate(s) must be fit to perform firefighting activities, which may include working in smoky conditions and the ability to be physically active in uneven or steep terrain. Offers of employment for these roles are subject to the results of the pre-employment Medical Assessment which may preclude candidates high risk conditions from being able to meet the inherent requirements of the role.

Depending on the role the preferred candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete a Drug and Alcohol screening, and/or Medical Assessment and/or a Fire Task Based Assessment (TBA). For roles requiring, the successful candidate(s) must be fit to perform firefighting activities, which may include working in smoky conditions and the ability to be physically active in uneven or steep terrain. Offers of employment for these roles are subject to the results of the pre-employment Medical Assessment which may preclude candidates high risk conditions from being able to meet the inherent requirements of the role.