Forest manager, Kaiwhakahaere mahi ngahere
Also known as
- Forester, forestry operations supervisor, technical forester, forest planner, silviculturist
Forest managers plan, maintain and protect forests and forest resources for public and commercial use. They oversee tree planting projects, conserving wildlife habitats and timber harvesting.
Duration
2:12 mins
Your pay could be
$58K
Lower
$81K to $135K
Most common
$190K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
2-4 years
Forest managers
- usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
- usually work in offices and outdoors
- may work in hazardous conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be responsible, safety conscious and lead others
Tasks
- maintain forests
- inspect environments
- measure trees, soil and water
- manage forestry work
- create plans to manage resources
- lead projects and programmes
- make sure environmental law is followed
- plan environmental research
Practical
Investigative
Enterprising
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You need
- a New Zealand Diploma in Forest Management (Level 6) OR a bachelor's degree in forestry
- experience in similar work in New Zealand or overseas
- knowledge of the Resource Management Act and Health and Safety at Work Act
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You need NCEA Level 3 or University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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