Plantation Forester

Allied Timbers Zimbabwe; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Timbers Zimbabwe is seeking a Plantation Forester to oversee forest management operations. This role involves preparing operational plans, managing safety and environmental targets, and ensuring efficient logistics. Candidates should have a Diploma in Forestry or related field along with at least two years of relevant experience. A team-oriented, analytical individual is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ forest management experience in a similar role.
• Diploma required; Degree is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor annual harvesting and silviculture plans.
• Achieve fire protection and environmental management targets.
• Supervise operations and evaluate progress.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Presentation skills

Analytical

Education

Diploma in Forestry or related field

Degree in Forestry

Tools

MS Excel

Powerpoint

Job description

An exciting opportunity for the position of Plantation Forester has arisen for suitably qualified and experienced person at Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd. Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd is an extensive, local and international provider of high quality and durable timber-based solutions for both industrial, domestic and end user markets. The successful incumbent will report to the Estate Manager and shall be based at Stapleford Estate.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Preparing and monitoring of annual harvesting/silviculture and roads Annual Plan of Operations
• Achieving set fire protection, environmental management, safety, and quality targets.
• Controlling labour and transport logistics
• Supervising time book entries and the reporting of daily figures for operations
• Evaluating weekly operational progresses
• Conducting routine plantation patrol and scouting for plantation damages, pest or diseases
• Making fire action plans
• Making environment managements plans
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Diploma in Forestry or related field.
• Degree in Forestry would be an added advantage.
• 2 years’ forest management experience in a similar role.
  
  

Skills And Knowledge

• A team player and self-motivated – able to identify and rectify skills gaps and recommending interventions.
• Excellent presentation skills – Powerpoint
• Very analytical and comfortable with MS Excel spreadsheets
  
  

Remuneration

A remuneration package commensurate with education and experience will be given to the successful candidate.

Applications

Qualifications

Interested candidates meeting the above specifications and qualifications should apply in writing attaching detailed Resumes and 3 traceable referees no later than 24 November 2024 to:

The Human Resources Executive

Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd

125A Borgward Road

Msasa

Harare

Or email: [e-mail]