Forestry Officer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work options

Diversity of ecosystems

Professional development

Conservation impact

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Forestry Officer to contribute to sustainable forest management and conservation in the Nelspruit area. The role covers health monitoring, silvicultural planning, and reforestation under environmental regulations.

The ideal candidate has a forestry or environmental science degree and at least 4 years of related experience, with GIS experience and knowledge of SA forest policies. Hybrid work arrangements are available in Mpumalanga.

Qualifications

• Degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in forest management or a related environmental role.
• Knowledge of forest ecology, silviculture, and sustainable forestry practices.
• Experience with forest inventory techniques and mapping software (GIS).
• Understanding of South African forest legislation and conservation policies.
• Ability to work effectively in both field and office environments in the Nelspruit region.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forest inventories, assessments, and health monitoring.
• Develop and implement silvicultural plans for sustainable forest management.
• Oversee reforestation and afforestation projects, including seedling selection and planting.
• Manage timber harvesting operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and sustainability standards.
• Monitor for and manage forest pests, diseases, and invasive species.
• Enforce forest conservation laws and promote responsible forest resource utilization.

Skills

Forest health monitoring

Silvicultural planning

Field work

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Forestry or Environmental Science

Tools

GIS

Forest inventory techniques

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Forestry Officer to contribute to the sustainable management and conservation of forest resources in the Nelspruit area. This role involves monitoring forest health, implementing silvicultural practices, managing reforestation efforts, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. You will work on diverse projects, from timber harvesting planning to biodiversity conservation initiatives, playing a critical part in maintaining the ecological balance of the region's woodlands. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forestry science and a commitment to environmental stewardship within the Mpumalanga province.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct forest inventories, assessments, and health monitoring.
• Develop and implement silvicultural plans for sustainable forest management.
• Oversee reforestation and afforestation projects, including seedling selection and planting.
• Manage timber harvesting operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and sustainability standards.
• Monitor for and manage forest pests, diseases, and invasive species.
• Enforce forest conservation laws and promote responsible forest resource utilization.

Requirements

• Degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in forest management or a related environmental role.
• Knowledge of forest ecology , silviculture, and sustainable forestry practices.
• Experience with forest inventory techniques and mapping software (e.g., GIS).
• Understanding of South African forest legislation and conservation policies.
• Ability to work effectively in both field and office environments in the Nelspruit region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity for hybrid work arrangements.
• Exposure to diverse forest ecosystems and conservation projects.
• Professional development opportunities in forestry management.
• Contribute directly to the conservation of natural resources in Mpumalanga.
• Work within a team dedicated to environmental sustainability.