Forestry Careers and Jobs

Forestry Careers and Jobs

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Did you know that there are many pathways to a career in forestry? Many of our sector employees hold experience or qualifications from other ‘professions’ that are applicable to work in our industry.

  • Accounting
  • Archaeology
  • Engineering
  • Economics and Marketing
  • Environmental Science
  • Agricultural skills
  • Maths, measurement and statistical analysis
  • Machine driving skills
  • Truck driving skills
  • People management and HR
  • Biology and chemistry
  • Technology
  • Research, Design and Development
  • Marketing
  • GIS, coding, computer modelling and database management
  • Mapping, surveying, geography
  • Health and safety, physiology and community liaison
  • Wood mechanics and wood processing roles

See here for more information about the many forestry career options.

Forestry Jobs Going Now

Looking to work in the forestry industry? Here you will find forestry jobs that are available in Te Tau Ihu.

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