Careers with VicForests
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
Senior People and Culture Advisor
Are you interested in playing a role in the sustainable management of Victoria’s native forests?
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 are seeking an experienced People and Culture Advisor who has specialised skills in Learning and Development, where you will have the opportunity to develop and implement training initiatives as well as experience working in a People and Culture advisory role across the employee lifecycle.
About the role:
Reporting to the Manager People and Culture, you will manage the operational human resources activities including but not limited to learning and development system management and development recruitment and selection, performance management cycles, generalist advice to employees and management and other exciting HR projects and initiatives.
In this role, you will be part of a small team of three who need an experienced professional to be responsible for the operational human resources functions for our business with specialised experience in Learning and Development.
This is a permanent role at Career Level 4 or 5 dependent on experience.
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Tertiary level qualification in Human Resources
- Provide subject matter advice in respect of Learning and Development, Enterprise Agreement, Organisational change and transformation and Generalist people matters
- Experience in Learning and Development systems undertaking administration and development to improve training database to ensure that courses are available and appropriate to staff and business needs
- Experience and knowledge of performance management processes and recruitment
- High level of attention to detail
- Initiative and a proactive attitude
- Strong organisation and independent time management skills
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-Senior People and Culture Advisor.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
Payroll Officer (Part-time)
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.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned payroll officer to be responsible for managing the end-to-end processing of the VicForests payroll cycle, as well as populating monthly reports and providing accurate advice to management and staff on any payroll issues and general payroll support.
This is a part-time/permanent position based at a Career Level 3.
The duties of this position include but are not limited to:
- End to End payroll processing using ADP.
- Responsible for maintaining the payroll system for the business.
- Supporting HR with onboarding documentation, new employee files, updating employee records and filing
- Responding to payroll queries and / or redirect as appropriate
- Populate, analyse, and interpret payroll reports and act upon on any errors to ensure accuracy.
- Support the finance team by preparing reports, included but not limited to end of financial year reports, monthly reports.
- Be responsible for responding and resolving any payroll queries from staff and management.
About you:
- Proven experience in a payroll processing environment.
- Demonstrated experience with payroll systems and end to end payroll processes. (previous experience using ADP is desirable but not essential).
- A passion and proven ability to deliver excellent customer service.
- Experience in the preparation, entry and processing of payroll data.
- Prior experience in interpreting EBAs.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and cooperatively within a small team.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- High level of attention to detail and high level
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-payroll-officer.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
Forest Compliance Officer
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.
Reporting to the Manager Forest Compliance, you will manage the development and maintenance of VicForests Business Management System through ongoing audit and investigation programs to ensure continual improvement in line with all regulatory requirements.
The duties of this position include but are not limited to:
- Provide authoritative advice on the implementation of VicForests’ regulatory requirements and Operating procedures including HCV requirements.
- Liaise with VicForests’ staff, stakeholders and regulatory bodies regarding forest reports and other planning, operational and compliance issues.
- Oversee the review and implementation of operational procedures and processes to ensure organisational consistency and continual improvement of operational requirements.
- Assist with the review, reporting and quality assurance of key operational data, systems and processes, including TRP/TUP consistency checks, annual harvesting history, etc.
- Lead delivery of investigations to assess operational compliance with both VicForests SFMS and all regulatory requirements.
About you:
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Forest Science, Biodiversity Conservation and/or Forest Ecology (post graduate qualifications preferable)
- Knowledge and experience in undertaking work in forest environments
- Well-developed communication skills and an ability to liaise with VicForests’ staff, stakeholders and regulatory bodies regarding forest reports and other planning, operational and compliance issues.
- Understanding of technology required to access and maintain information across VicForests systems
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-forest-compliance-officer.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, North East
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.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Forester to join our North East division.
About the role:
Reporting to the Regional Manager, North East; the successful candidate will be managing and reporting on the regional planning process from coupe information obtained from the Tactical Planning team for the preparation and delivery of completed coupe plans, to ensure Harvesting is ready for timely commencement of harvesting. Also, will be responsible for the allocation of tasks to staff to ensure the planning process proceeds in an efficient manner and to develop strong working relationships with other functional groups within VicForests and external Stakeholders.
This is a permanent position at a Career Level 5
About you:
- Appropriate degree or equivalent post graduate qualification in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or a related field
- Experienced 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
- 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-senior-forester-planning-ne.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
GIS Developer
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.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced GIS Developer to join our organisation.
About the role:
Reporting to the Director of Spatial Systems, you will be responsible for the design, development, maintenance and support of VicForests’ custom spatial applications and tools across the mobile, desktop and cloud platforms. You will be also required to assist with spatial analyses tasks, and the administration of both corporate and project data, and the provision of general GIS support to staff as required.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
- At least five years’ experience using ESRI ArcGIS systems in a multi-user environment
- Experience in writing scripts using Python, ArcPy. Experience in .NET and Javascript is desirable.
- Knowledge of code repository tools like Github and/or TortoiseSVN
- Experience with ArcGIS Online, FieldMaps, Collector for ArcGIS and/or Survey123
- Experience in creating, querying and managing spatial data and products
- An understanding of forestry planning and supply chain systems
- Ability to engage with team members and stakeholders in an open and constructive manner
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
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-gis-developer.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
Manager, Forest Conservation & Research
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.
We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and talented biodiversity expert to manage our Forest Conservation and Research team.
About the role:
Reporting to the Environmental Performance Manager, you will provide expertise advice in the development, implementation and continual improvement of VicForests’ forest conservation policies, programs and processes.
The duties of this position include but are not limited to:
- Provide leadership and direction to the Forest Conservation & Research team to optimise individual and team performance through effective leadership, training and development and performance management.
- Responsible for the development, maintenance and delivery of VicForests’ Forest Conservation Research Plan
- Undertake effective project management, including delivery of projects in line with quality, time, and budgetary constraints
- Initiate, develop and manage key relationships with universities, research institutes and government agencies to ensure delivery of collaborative and individual research programs and integration of research with such institutions
- Liaison with internal and external stakeholders regarding the implementation of biodiversity management and forest science policies, procedures, and instructions
- Provide advice to senior management regarding biodiversity management and forest science issues
About you:
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Forest Science, Biodiversity Conservation and/or Forest Ecology (post graduate qualifications preferable)
- Able to clearly define role expectations, monitor performance, provide timely and constructive feedback, and facilitate employee development
- Experience in forest conservation management in one or more areas of forest science, ecology, biodiversity management, or soils and water protection.
- Well-developed communication skills and an ability to negotiate outcomes with external stakeholders and contractors
- Ability to effectively engage with a range of stakeholders, including government, contractors, and research organisations/academics
- Technical knowledge and field experience in the implementation and assessment of field research programs
- Demonstrated experience in providing high level advice on key forest conservation issues to a range of stakeholders
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-manager-forest-conservation-and-research.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