SENIOR FORESTER

Job Overview

A Senior Forester position is available in the Eastern Cape (Reference: FOM49/2026) with a salary of R413 001 per annum. Applicants must hold an NQF Level 6 National Diploma in Forestry or Natural Resources Management and at least two years of relevant experience. Key duties include rendering commercial forestry activities, implementing operational plans, supervising staff, ensuring plantation protection, and enforcing forestry legislation. A valid driver's license is required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Forestry / Natural Resources Management or equivalent qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Forestry or relevant field.
• Knowledge of the National Forests Act, 1998 (Act 84 of 1998) and the National Veld and Forest Fires Act, 1998 (Act 101 of 1998).
• Knowledge of other relevant legislations such as NEMA, NEMBA, CARA, Protected Areas Act, Public Services Act, PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge of the forest and environmental management sector and PCI&S management Framework.
• People management, financial management, project and programme management skills.
• Good communication (written and verbal), facilitation, negotiation, conflict management, and planning and organising skills.
• A valid driving license and willingness to travel.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Render commercial activities in state forest plantations.
• Implement operational plans for the state forest plantations.
• Quality assure work rendered by services providers.
• Development of management plans and assist in compiling and updating annual plans of operations.
• Plan and conduct physical verification for state forest plantations in the region.
• Monitor compliance with applicable business processes for management of state forest plantations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports and implement the Audit Action Plan.
• Create jobs through Expanded Public Works Programme.
• Ensure protection of plantations from fires, livestock and pests.
• Assist with the implementation, enforcement and promotion of NFA, CARA and NVFFA.
• Administer forestry support services, participate in stakeholder engagements, and conduct awareness campaigns.
• Management and supervision of employees.

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