Advice Forester, Stutterheim, Eastern Cape

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

Please email detailed CV, supporting documentation and salary requirements through to  with “Advice Forester” in the subject line.

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.