Forest Assessment Officer

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forest Management Branch Full time
Job Description

Under general supervision (Level 2), or limited supervision (Level 3), the successful candidate will undertake field survey and measurement of native vegetation to support the planning and management of forest ecosystems. This involves regular fieldwork assisting in a range of programs, including mapping the extent of Phytophthora dieback disease, measurement of trees and vegetation, and field survey of management boundaries and natural features.

Key Responsibilities
  • Undertake field surveys and measurements of native vegetation to support forest ecosystem planning and management.
  • Assist in mapping the extent of Phytophthora dieback disease and other forest health issues.
  • Measure and record tree and vegetation data to inform forest management decisions.
  • Conduct field surveys of management boundaries and natural features to support forest planning and management.
Selection Criteria
  • Demonstrated ability and experience (Level 2), or considerable experience (Level 3), working in native forests or plantations, undertaking field surveys, tree measurement or plant disease mapping, and collecting and organising field data.
  • Ability to identify issues and implement solutions to practical and technical problems.
  • Demonstrated ability (Level 2) to work effectively in a team, show initiative and work under general (Level 2) or limited (Level 3) supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in natural or plantation forest environments, including willingness to work away from home base for occasional or extended overnight stays in the South West.
Eligibility

To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status or a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.

Application Instructions

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

  • A covering letter.
  • A written response addressing the above four (4) requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages).
  • A current resume.

To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.

No late or proforma applications will be accepted.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.

Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.

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