Senior Forester

Manulife Insurance Malaysia; United States; Remote; USD 68,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forest Manager to oversee timberland management in Maine. This remote position offers the opportunity to engage in timber marketing, silviculture, and client relations while ensuring compliance with environmental standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and proactive communication, making it ideal for someone passionate about forestry and client service. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive work culture, this position promises a rewarding career path in a dynamic and sustainable environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Flexible Work Policies

Professional Development Opportunities

Retirement Benefits

Company Vehicle for Personal Use

Health and Dental Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in forestry or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of forest management experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client fiduciary obligations are maintained.
• Plan and implement timber marketing and sales.
• Coordinate silviculture activities and ensure compliance.

Skills

Forest Management

Client Service Orientation

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

GIS

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Forestry

Graduate Degree in Forestry or Wildlife

Tools

GIS Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

time left to apply End Date: May 30, 2025 (20 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR25041836

The Opportunity

The area of management includes approximately 119,470 acres of timberlands located in Maine. Management is implemented to reduce risk and enhance investor returns while maintaining compliance with MFM’s stewardship procedures and a safe work environment. Activities include timber marketing, harvesting administration, silviculture, protection of assets and other opportunistic sources of returns compatible with Manulife Forest Management (MFM) objectives.

Location : Remote work arrangement. Must be located in Maine or Quebec area.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client fiduciary obligations are maintained.
• Maintain a safe working environment; enthusiastically and proactively promote safety among MFM teams, contractors, recreation users and visitors.
• Plan and implement timber marketing, sales and contract oversight in coordination with property consultants.
• Coordinate and implement all silviculture activities in the designated area, working collaboratively with the broader MFM team to ensure cohesive efforts across all MFM ownerships.
• Design and implement BMP compliant road construction and maintenance.
• Plan and secure non-timber revenue sources for client properties in alignment with MFM objectives including recreation revenues, retail land sales, surface use revenue and other opportunistic revenue sources.
• Provide inputs into forest management planning, both long term and short term for areas under management, including quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, long term plans and comprehensive management plans. Support and conduct quarterly reporting including status commentary and updates as scheduled and requested.
• Service the continuous information and communication needs of multiple teams based in multiple regions.
• Implement internal BMP and forest certification procedures and support and participate in audits.
• Ensure compliance with Manulife, MFM Group, and MFM policies and procedures. And compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A focus on growing your career path with us.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Retirement benefits; including matching 401k and pension.
• Company provided vehicle that is available for personal use.

What we are looking for

• A bachelor’s degree in forestry or equivalent experience is required.
• Graduate degree in forestry, wildlife or related field is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years forest management and local forest operations experience desirable.
• Must be great teammate and self-motivated.
• Must be willing to work out of home in a rural environment.
• Must have excellent relationship, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong computer, GIS, and analytical skills.
• Client service oriented.
• Valid driver's license that's insurable by company.
• Completion of drug testing prior to start and complying with company's drug and alcohol policy.

Our commitment to you:

• Values-first culture
  We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
• Boundless opportunity!
  We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
• Continuous innovation
  We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
• Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
• Championing Corporate Citizenship
  We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail] .

Referenced Salary Location

USA, Maine - Full Time Remote

The Opportunity

The area of management includes approximately 119,470 acres of timberlands located in Maine. Management is implemented to reduce risk and enhance investor returns while maintaining compliance with MFM’s stewardship procedures and a safe work environment. Activities include timber marketing, harvesting administration, silviculture, protection of assets and other opportunistic sources of returns compatible with Manulife Forest Management (MFM) objectives.

Location : Remote work arrangement. Must be located in Maine or Quebec area.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client fiduciary obligations are maintained.
• Maintain a safe working environment; enthusiastically and proactively promote safety among MFM teams, contractors, recreation users and visitors.
• Plan and implement timber marketing, sales and contract oversight in coordination with property consultants.
• Coordinate and implement all silviculture activities in the designated area, working collaboratively with the broader MFM team to ensure cohesive efforts across all MFM ownerships.
• Design and implement BMP compliant road construction and maintenance.
• Plan and secure non-timber revenue sources for client properties in alignment with MFM objectives including recreation revenues, retail land sales, surface use revenue and other opportunistic revenue sources.
• Provide inputs into forest management planning, both long term and short term for areas under management, including quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, long term plans and comprehensive management plans. Support and conduct quarterly reporting including status commentary and updates as scheduled and requested.
• Service the continuous information and communication needs of multiple teams based in multiple regions.
• Implement internal BMP and forest certification procedures and support and participate in audits.
• Ensure compliance with Manulife, MFM Group, and MFM policies and procedures. And compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A focus on growing your career path with us.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Retirement benefits; including matching 401k and pension.
• Company provided vehicle that is available for personal use.

What we are looking for

• A bachelor’s degree in forestry or equivalent experience is required.
• Graduate degree in forestry, wildlife or related field is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years forest management and local forest operations experience desirable.
• Must be great teammate and self-motivated.
• Must be willing to work out of home in a rural environment.
• Must have excellent relationship, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong computer, GIS, and analytical skills.
• Client service oriented.
• Valid driver's license that's insurable by company.
• Completion of drug testing prior to start and complying with company's drug and alcohol policy.

Our commitment to you:

• Values-first culture
  We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
• Boundless opportunity!
  We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
• Continuous innovation
  We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
• Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
• Championing Corporate Citizenship
  We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

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About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html .

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail] .

Referenced Salary Location

USA, Maine - Full Time Remote

Working Arrangement

Remote

Salary range is expected to be between

$68,175.00 USD - $113,625.00 USD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [e-mail] for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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