Advice Forester, Stutterheim, Eastern Cape

SUMMARY:

We are seeking an Advice Forester for a permanent role based in Stutterheim, Eastern Cape

POSITION INFO:

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:
 

• Grade 12 with a Degree or Diploma in Forestry (National Diploma or BSc Degree)
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven operational plantation management experience with exposure to silviculture, conservation, harvesting, fire protection and roads maintenance activities
• Previous experience as a Forester managing own operations will be an added advantage.
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Geographic Information Systems knowledge will be an advantage
• Firefighting experience essential – ICS300
• Willing to work as per operational requirements and perform firefighting standby duties as and when required
• Knowledge of contractor management an added advantage
• Must have financial administration knowledge and skills
• Experience in stakeholder relations
• Ability to communicate in Xhosa will be an added advantage
• Experience in Health and Safety management to provide a safe work environment
• Knowledge and understanding of current legislation with specific emphasis on the Forests Act, the Veld and Forest Fire Act, Labour Relations, Conservation Acts and CARA
• Environmental management system (EMS) experience and FSCTM principles & criteria
• Ability to identify and establish a course of action for others to accomplish set goals