VicForests employs over 100 staff across nine regional sites throughout the Central Highlands and East Gippsland regions of Victoria, with a corporate support office in Melbourne.

We have a variety of exciting career opportunities available - Our foresters specialise in tactical and operational planning, roading, harvesting and contract management, silviculture and native forest regeneration.

Other career paths include customer management, resource and business analysis, safety and risk, operational audit, forest science and product delivery.

We also employ staff in non-forestry roles, including policy and compliance, legal, information technology, human resources, communications, finance, administration and customer service. A significant proportion of our staff and contractors are also involved with fire-fighting efforts each year.

We care about our employees and are focused on investing in our staff through training, development and the provision of career opportunities.

Applying for Employment

We encourage applicants to send a resume outlining contact details, qualifications, training and work experience; and one to two pages that describe how the applicant's experience addresses the selection criteria outlined in the advertised position description.

Opportunities Available

Director of Strategy

Are you interested in playing a key role in the sustainable management of Victoria’s native forests?

VicForests is a Victorian State-owned business responsible for the sustainable harvest, regeneration and commercial sale of timber from Victoria's public forests on behalf of the Victorian Government.

We undertake all our operations in a safe, efficient, and sustainable manner by keeping our staff, the community, and the environment in mind in all we do. We are an active member of the communities in which we operate, and we are committed to giving stakeholders the opportunity to have input into our forestry practices.

About the role:

This unique role and opportunity within the Transformation team is seeking a highly experienced Strategy Director to lead the strategic development of a policy that underpins the transformation programs of farm forestry, plantations, biomass and carbon in line with Australian and Victorian environmental regulations to drive the future sustainability and profitability of VicForests.

The duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Develop a policy position for VicForests that underpins new services and programs including Farm Forestry, Plantations, and Biomass and Carbon in collaboration with internal and external bodies and government departments
• Develop a policy position in relation to Australian and Victorian environmental obligations including the engagement with DJPR and DEWLP on water use and carbon accounting
• Engage, consult and work collaboratively with key multidisciplinary partners and stakeholders to proactively source information and data, identify issues, and deliver proposals and initiatives to deliver outcomes and drive progress such as the NFF and AFPA
• Manage the preparation and lodgement of drafting of complex ministerial and other correspondence relating to VicForests Transformation policy and its associated new programs
• Identify strategies for VicForests to best position the organisation for future government funding and business opportunities that are aligned to policy position, VicForests strategy and corporate plans
• Develop and execute the businesses strategic growth plans and business development initiatives in close partnership with the executive team and Senior Management Team
• Identify and synthesise the best international scientific evidence on Forestry and Carbon practices to inform transformation strategies
• Providing authoritative and strategic advice to the General Manager, Transformation and CEO when required

About you:

• Appropriate degree or qualification in Policy, Business, Law or Natural Resource Management
• Experience planning and drafting business strategies and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency
• Able to develop and plan strategies to position VicForests and secure its future in a changing political and economic environment
• Examine critically business opportunities and to develop commercial and operational mechanisms to deliver the organisation’s commercial objectives and new business initiatives
• Strategic planning to determine company and divisional strategy and objectives
• High degree of professionalism and integrity with the ability to deal sensitively with confidential material
• Ability to establish relationships, consult with and maintain dialogue with key stakeholders including government, customers and contractors, potential investors/customers industry groups, unions

Benefits & Culture:

• A highly supportive environment with accessible management
• Employee Assistance Program
• Regular training and professional development opportunities
• Myki and health insurance discount

For more information about this role, please find below the position description:

position-description-2021-director-of-strategy.pdf

You will be part of an innovative and creative Organisation that strives to achieve success through implementing native forest sustainable management and timber initiatives for our valuable customers and stakeholders.

To apply for this position please submit your most current CV and Cover Letter to vf.careers@vicforests.com.au

VicForests is an Equal Opportunity Employer

People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply

Safe • Customer Focussed • Professional • Sustainable • Respect

Senior Forester Planning

Are you interested in playing a key role in the sustainable management of Victoria’s native forests?

VicForests is a Victorian State-owned business responsible for the sustainable harvest, regeneration and commercial sale of timber from Victoria's public forests on behalf of the Victorian Government.

We undertake all our operations in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner, keeping our staff, the community and the environment, in mind, in all we do. We are an active member of the communities in which we operate, and we are committed to giving stakeholders the opportunity to have input into our forestry practices.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Forester to join our East Gippsland division.

About the role:

The successful candidate will provide support to the Regional Manager, East Gippsland in implementing the annual planning and operations programs, and deliver leadership and strategic direction to employees that optimises individual and team performance.

This is a permanent position at a Career level 5.

About you:

• Appropriate qualification in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or a related field
• Experience working within a forestry or natural resource management business
• Experience in managing, developing, and mentoring team members
• High level understanding of forestry planning processes and forest legislation requirements
• Experience in project management, Forest Management data bases and GIS systems
• Excellent relationship building and negotiation skills
• Physical fitness to enable effective completion of field-based work
• Current Manual Victorian Drivers Licence with ability to travel

Benefits & Culture:

• A highly supportive environment with accessible management
• Employee Assistance Program
• Regular training and professional development opportunities
• Myki and health insurance discount

You will be part of an innovative and creative organisation that strives to achieve success through implementing sustainable forest management practices and initiatives to support our valuable customers and stakeholders.

For more information about this role, please find below the position description:

position-description-2021-senior-forester-planning-Cl5-.pdf

You will be part of an innovative and creative Organisation that strives to achieve success through implementing native forest sustainable management and timber initiatives for our valuable customers and stakeholders.

To apply for this position please submit your most current CV and Cover Letter to vf.careers@vicforests.com.au

VicForests is an Equal Opportunity Employer

People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply

Safe • Customer Focussed • Professional • Sustainable • Respect

Operations Forester

Are you interested in playing a role in the sustainable management of Victoria’s native forests?

VicForests is a Victorian State-owned business responsible for the sustainable harvest, regeneration and commercial sale of timber from Victoria's public forests on behalf of the Victorian Government.

We undertake all our operations in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner, keeping our staff, the community and the environment in mind in all we do. We are an active member of the communities in which we operate.

Our Operations Team is currently seeking a proactive and experienced Forester to join its team based at our Erica office.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Forester this position is responsible for planning and managing operational  requirements in line with legislation and business objectives.

Dependent on experience, this position would be considered a Career Level 2 or 3. 

About you:

• Relevant forest management field work experience
• Appropriate post graduate degree, or equivalent qualification in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or a related field.
• Experience with liaising and supervising contractors;
• Ability preparing coupes for harvest, including; preparation of the coupe plan, field marking boundaries and undertaking biodiversity field inspections and manage special values at the coupe level;
• Be physically fit to enable effective completion of field-based work
• Capable of working independently without supervision;
• Proactive “can do” attitude;
• Team player
• Strong organisation and time management skills;
• High level of attention to detail;
• Current Victorian Licence with ability to travel

Benefits & Culture:

• A highly supportive environment with accessible management
• Regular training and professional development opportunities
• EAP available for staff and their family

For more information about this role, please find below the position descriptions:

position-description-2021-operations-forester-cl2-west-gippsland.pdf

position-description-2021-operations-forester-cl3-west-gippsland.pdf

You will be part of an innovative and creative Organisation that strives to achieve success through implementing native forest sustainable management and timber initiatives for our valuable customers and stakeholders.

To apply for this position please submit your most current CV and Cover Letter to vf.careers@vicforests.com.au

VicForests is an Equal Opportunity Employer

People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply

Safe • Customer Focussed • Professional • Sustainable • Respect

Project Manager, Procurement Governance

Are you interested in playing a role in the sustainable management of Victoria’s native forests?

VicForests is a Victorian State-owned business responsible for the sustainable harvest, regeneration and commercial sale of timber from Victoria's public forests on behalf of the Victorian Government.

We undertake all our operations in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner, keeping our staff, the community and the environment in mind in all we do. We are an active member of the communities in which we operate.

About the role:

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the primary responsibility of this role is to improve VicForests procurement capability in line with government policies and legislation.

The successful candidate will be actively involved in all procurement activities, including responsibility and accountability for compliance with internal and external policies. In addition, the success candidate will be required to roll out VicForests’ purchase order and contract management systems across the organisation.

The duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Review and develop procurement policies, procedures, and instructions in accordance with Victorian government guidelines and regulations.
• Manage the delivery of high-quality expert procurement advice to meet the business and operational objectives and priorities of VicForests.
• Contribute to the tracking and close out of internal and external audit reviews findings
• Manage the implementation of purchase order and contract management systems through Technology One
• Develop an instruction on how to raise and reconciled purchase orders
• Manage the effective implementation of the Purchase Order System in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and systems representative
• Influence change in procurement practices through development of outcomes from monitoring, auditing and investigations, providing training and working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Finance team.
• Prepare high quality reports and correspondence on project implementation status and Procurement Policy updates to the Senior Management and Executive Committee in addition to the Board.

About you:

• Appropriate degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Procurement, Finance, Logistics, or Business or equivalent work experience in Procurement Management.  
• Previous experience in implementing system and providing associated training and communications.
• Experience working with Technology One would be advantageous but not essential
• Experience applying project management methodologies and utilising project scoping and reporting documentation
• Experience in managing the implementation and rollout of a financial system
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar environment
• Substantial level of interpersonal and relationship building skills that create and sustain productive relationships and partnerships
• High degree of professionalism and the ability to deal sensitively with confidential material and matters concerning financial records
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver high-quality reports to senior management, internal and external stakeholders

Benefits and Culture

• A highly supportive environment with accessible management
• Employee Assistance Program
• Regular training and professional development opportunities
• Myki and health insurance discount

For more information about this role, please CLICK HERE to find a copy of the position description.

You will be part of an innovative and creative Organisation that strives to achieve success through implementing native forest sustainable management and timber initiatives for our valuable customers and stakeholders.

To apply for this position please submit your most current CV and Cover Letter to vf.careers@vicforests.com.au

VicForests is an Equal Opportunity Employer

People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply

Safe • Customer Focussed • Professional • Sustainable • Respect