FORESTER – Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd 27 views

VACANCY

An exciting opportunity for the position of Plantation Forester has arisen for a 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 incumbents will report directly to the Estate Manager and shall be based at Chisengu/Nyangui/Cashel Estates.

Purpose of the Job

To plan silviculture operations from nursery, planting and forest protection as well as supervising daily operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Plans and supervises daily silviculture and nursery operations.

2. Checks compliance on safety rules.

3. Organises transport logistics for employees.

4. Reports and updates the Estate Manager on the daily operations and production.

5. Prepares production figures for the Working Plans office.

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Forestry.

• Degree in Forestry would be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years of forest management experience in a similar role.

Remuneration

A remuneration package commensurate with educational qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidate.