Forester – Operations Scheduling and Support

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About the role

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Forester – Operations Scheduling and Support to join our Forest Operations team. Reporting to the Forest Operations Manager and working closely with the Operations Scheduler, you’ll play a key role in supporting the planning and execution of engineering and harvest schedules. Your efforts will contribute to the smooth delivery of our supply chain operations, while also assisting with administrative tasks and project work across the Operations team.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Assisting in the development of operational forecasts and scenario planning
Supporting the execution of production plans
Ensuring compliance with legal, statutory, FSC, safety, and environmental requirements
Providing analytical and technical support for business improvement initiatives
Helping to maintain a harvesting and engineering capacity plan aligned with monthly production targets and the Sales and Operations Plan
Coordinating and communicating scheduling requirements with relevant stakeholders
Working on Technology and Innovation projects as part of Pan Pac’s precision forestry programme
Assist with the collection and analysis of pre harvest inventory
Delivering general administrative support to the Operations team
About us

We add value to our natural resources. Our business is renewables, and we have been a part of New Zealand’s bio-based economy for 50 years. We grow, process, and deliver quality radiata products to national and international markets. Sustainability and safety are the foundations of our business. We have a team of over 450 full time staff and 400 contractors. We care for our people, the environment and our community.

We offer

Secure employment
A supportive learning and development environment
Reward and recognition
Flexible work options
Wellbeing programme
Discounted petrol
Free flu injections
Retail discounts
Free life insurance for you and discounted life insurance for your partner
Subsidised medical insurance for you and your family
Employee Assistance Programme
Annual firewood allocation
Relocation costs (if applicable)
Family friendly events
About you

You hold a relevant tertiary degree or are in your final year of study. You also bring the following skills and attributes:

Exposure to forest inventory management tools and GIS would be an advantage
A passion for the Forestry industry
Strong excel skills
Proven analytical and time management skills
Strong planning and organisational abilities, with the capacity to multitask and deliver on commitments
Proven track record of working independently, meeting deadlines without supervision
A methodical, logical approach with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to maintain high energy and composure under pressure
If this sounds like you, we invite you to kick-start your exciting career with Pan Pac—apply today!

Department
Forests Division
Locations
Hawke's Bay
About Pan Pac
For 50 years, Pan Pac Forest Products has been growing, processing and delivering quality radiata products to international markets. No other forest products company in New Zealand does what we do.
We are proud to be a part of New Zealand’s bio-based economy. We are focused on innovation and the sustainability of our operations and the environment in which we work.