Forestry Career Opportunities
Description of the Role
Licencing Forester - A Challenging and Rewarding Position
This position offers a unique opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to join our team in the forestry sector. The role involves working with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with forestry regulations, while also advising clients on best forest practices to maximize financial returns.
We are looking for a dedicated professional with a keen interest in forestry who can bring their skills and experience to this challenging and rewarding position.
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Responsibilities
* Felling licence management, forest road maintenance, woodland improvement, Ash RUS applications.
* Conduct site inspections for mapping purposes.
* Coordinate projects with our team of harvesting foresters and liaise with external consultants such as ecologists and engineers.
* Undertake background research, desk studies, and ecological fieldwork and impact assessment reporting to best-practice guidelines and methodologies.
* Advise clients on best forest practice and maximizing financial returns, particularly in relation to harvesting and managing semi-mature plantations.
* Demonstrate strong appreciation of commercial forestry and exceptional planning and project management abilities.
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Requirements
* Competence in GIS and proficiency in geographic information systems.
* An ability to work independently and exercise good judgment with minimal supervision.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* A recognized qualification in forestry at level 7/8 on the QQI Framework of qualifications or equivalent.
* Knowledge of all Forest Service forestry schemes.
* Full driving licence and willingness to travel.
* Motivated and highly organized, agile and adaptable to change.
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Benefits
The successful candidate will be rewarded with a salary commensurate with experience, plus phone, laptop, and transport. This is a physically demanding role that requires a high level of fitness and a medical assessment may be required prior to employment.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic industry with a forward-thinking organization. If you are passionate about forestry and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we would welcome your application.