About This Role
We are seeking a skilled Operations Specialist to join our team in the Upper North Region. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about sustainable forest management and wants to make a meaningful contribution to our organisation.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing operational plans that contribute to the long-term health and resilience of State Forests. You will work closely with our experienced team to identify and address forest management challenges and opportunities.
This is a permanent position offering a great mix of field and office-based tasks. You will have the opportunity to explore the forests of the North Coast of NSW and work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
As an ideal candidate, you will have a strong understanding of forest management practices and a proven ability to deliver operational plans within a forest management context. You will also possess excellent organisational skills, including the ability to plan and prioritise work, meet standards and deadlines.
If you are motivated by the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.
The Opportunity
* To develop and implement operational plans that contribute to the long-term health and resilience of State Forests
* To work closely with our experienced team to identify and address forest management challenges and opportunities
* To have a great mix of field and office-based tasks
* To work in a supportive and collaborative environment
Key Responsibilities
* Developing and implementing operational plans that contribute to the long-term health and resilience of State Forests
* Working closely with our experienced team to identify and address forest management challenges and opportunities
* Managing weeds and pest animals
* Maintaining road and fire trail infrastructure
* Supporting ecological conservation efforts
* Playing a key role in fire management and suppression activities as needed
Requirements
* A bachelor's degree in forestry, environmental science, natural resources, or related field; or relevant experience
* Demonstrated understanding of forest management practices including prescribed burning, road & trail construction & maintenance, silviculture, weed management and pest animal control
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in preparing and delivering operational plans within a forest management context
* Knowledge and skills in the use of technologies and systems relevant to operations planning, including GIS (e.g. ArcMap)
* Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, regulatory requirements, and best-practice methodologies
* Ability to organise and supervise contractors to undertake operational works
* Proven organisational skills - ability to plan and prioritise work, meet standards and deadlines
* Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
* Ability and fitness to undertake forest firefighting and meet required fitness levels for the role
* Current valid Driver's Licence