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Silviculture Forester

Deadline:
Employer:
Weyerhaeuser
Job Field:
Forestry
Job Type:
Full Time
Location:
Georgia
Location Detail:
Brunswick
Job Description:

Weyerhaeuser is searching for a Silviculture Forester to support our Southern Timberlands business. This position is part of the Coastal Piedmont Region in Southern Timberlands and will report to the Brunswick Area Manager. It is a full-time, exempt position located near Brunswick, GA. This role involves office and field time to plan and manage the activities required to support sustainable management of the Brunswick Area Tree Farm.

 

 

Key Functions:

 

General forestry responsibilities such as early-rotation and mid-rotation functions, contract administration and/or other functions as required

Silviculture plan execution in compliance with regional silviculture strategy and the annual plan

Field-verification of silviculture treatment candidates and provision of setting-specific recon information to management

Silviculture contract negotiation, silviculture operation supervision, monitor contract performance including safety, SFI, EMP, production, cost and quality, and address contract noncompliance and performance issues

Provide timely status updates for system activity updates

Process silviculture invoices and payments

Verify silviculture performance and efficacy

Provide support other functions to include Planning, Harvesting and Geographic Leaders

 

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree (or higher) in Forestry OR equivalent combination of education and silviculture experience

Basic forestry skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to abide by established safety standards

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Experience in project management and contract administration

Problem solving skills

Capability to prioritize work activities and assignments

Defensive driving skills

Willingness and skills to support the work needs of the team outside your area of assigned responsibility

Teaming skills including the ability and willingness to work in a diverse team environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of or willingness to learn Weyerhaeuser forestry practices

 

Miscellaneous:

About Timberlands

We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.

For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

 

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

 

Salary:
TBD
Benefits:

At Weyerhaeuser, our most valued resources aren’t just the trees and timberlands we oversee. Our employees are the real reason we’ve been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of wood products in the world. Weyerhaeuser wants to attract and retain the best people. That is why we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes an annual bonus plan, 401(k) plan, which includes a generous company match, and comprehensive health benefits.

 

How to Apply:

Please click on the link below to submit your application and resume. We look forward to learning more about you!

 

http://weyer.jobs/18299

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