Forestry Manager - Sustainable Timber Operations

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical & life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Housing allowance

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Forestry Manager to oversee timber operations in the Durban region of KwaZulu-Natal. The role requires leadership in sustainable forest management, harvesting, and replanting, with a strong focus on environmental standards and operational efficiency.

You will develop plans, supervise field teams, manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance (FSC), and build stakeholder relationships.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field required.
• Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
• Minimum 6 years in forest management with leadership experience.
• Knowledge of sustainable forestry, silviculture, GIS, and forest mensuration.
• Experience with timber harvesting techniques and logistics.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and certification standards in forestry.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in forestry software and standard office applications.
• Ability to manage budgets and control operational costs.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to remote forest sites.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement strategic forest management plans, including harvesting schedules, replanting programs, and inventory assessments.
• Supervise all field operations, including logging, transportation, and site rehabilitation.
• Ensure compliance with all forestry regulations, certifications (e.g., FSC), and environmental best practices.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff effectively to achieve targets and cost efficiencies.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor forest health, pest outbreaks, and fire risks.
• Implement silvicultural practices to promote healthy forest growth and maximize timber yield.
• Maintain relationships with local communities, government agencies, and stakeholders.
• Oversee procurement of equipment and materials for forestry operations.
• Analyze operational data to identify improvements in efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

Kenntnisse

Forestry management

Silviculture

GIS

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Driver's license

Stakeholder engagement

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Forestry/Environment

Postgraduate qualifications

Tools

GIS software

Office suite

Forestry software

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading sustainable forestry enterprise, is seeking a proactive and experienced Forestry Manager to oversee extensive timber operations in the Durban vicinity and surrounding KwaZulu-Natal regions. This role is vital for ensuring the responsible management, harvesting, and replanting of timber resources, adhering to strict environmental and sustainability standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in forest management, silviculture, and operational logistics, coupled with a commitment to conservation. This is a key leadership position with significant influence on the company's ecological and economic performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic forest management plans, including harvesting schedules, replanting programs, and inventory assessments.
• Supervise all field operations, including logging, transportation, and site rehabilitation.
• Ensure compliance with all national and international forestry regulations, certifications (e.g., FSC), and environmental best practices.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff effectively to achieve operational targets and cost efficiencies.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor forest health, pest and disease outbreaks, and fire risks.
• Implement and oversee silvicultural practices to promote healthy forest growth and maximize timber yield.
• Maintain strong relationships with local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee the procurement of necessary equipment and materials for forestry operations.
• Analyze operational data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Forest Management, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
• At least 6 years of progressive experience in forest management, with a proven track record in operational leadership.
• Comprehensive knowledge of sustainable forestry principles, silviculture, forest mensuration, and GIS applications.
• Experience with timber harvesting techniques and logistics.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and certification standards in forestry.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in forestry software and standard office applications.
• Ability to manage budgets and control operational costs.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to remote forest sites.

Benefits

• The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary package, with an annual salary ranging from to ZAR , based on expertise and experience.
• Benefits include comprehensive medical and life insurance, a retirement savings plan, substantial annual leave, and a housing allowance.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications in forestry management will be provided.
• This role offers the chance to lead sustainable initiatives within the lush forests of KwaZulu-Natal.