Forestry Manager - Gisborne

Applications for this position close on 18 December 2020

Location: Gisborne

 Forestry Manager

Ernslaw is on a path of change, strengthening every aspect of our business so that we are well positioned for the future. This transformational change will ensure our assets are sustainably managed for generations to come. We are building our teams to enable the delivery of premium products so that we can create long term value for our owners, customers, communities and for all of the people who work in our forests.
We are looking to build our teams with people who are wanting to contribute in meaningful ways, work collaboratively as part of empowered teams and who are focused on doing the right things in the right way. If you want to grow with Ernslaw, come join us now.
We are seeking applications for a Forestry Manager opportunity in Gisborne. This pivotal role is responsible for growing our asset, creating value through the management of our establishment, silviculture and forest protection programmes and working with our broader team of forestry professionals to ensure we are employing best practice methodology to maximise the value of our investment.


For success in this role, you must:


Love trees!

  • Successful foresters are passionate about what they do, how they do it and when they do it. You will love the outdoors and your drive to ‘do things once and do things right’ is aligned with our values.

Know the science!

  • Leading the tree crop function means that you will be improving processes and methodologies to get those extra growth and quality gains. You will be directing both staff and contractors in value add programmes and working with our Forest Improvement Manager to work out the right formula to deliver those premium products. You use smart technologies to help get things done more efficiently and you know the importance of keeping quality data, up to date.

Work together!

  • Working alongside your teams of staff and contractors, you will have a values-based leadership style. You will support, coach and grow your teams sharing knowledge and facilitating learning. You will provide clarity of expectations and you will set the working foundations to enable partnership and success. You will spend time with your people in the field, problem solving and celebrating the wins. You will work collaboratively across regions and national support functions to gain better outcomes for all Ernslaw.

Get things right!

  • Your focus on meeting safety and environmental standards will be second to none. You will lead by example, you will coach and support for improvement and you will address issues timely. Your support for our organisational efforts of 100% Safe and ‘Looking after the land’ will ensure that results follow and your teams will own their part.

 

Reporting to the Regional Manager, this is a senior role in the Gisborne team with two direct reports. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Ability to lead empowered teams with a collaborative working style
  • Strong knowledge of establishment, silviculture and forest protection practices.
  • Strong commercial acumen and understanding of value.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification and proven experience in relevant forestry roles;

If you are interested in finding out more about this role or to apply, please contact careers@ernslaw.co.nz by Friday 18th December 2020.