Mechanised Operations Forester (Thuthugani Contractors)

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Mechanised Operations Forester (Thuthugani Contractors)

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Sector: Forestry
Contract Type: Permanent

Mechanised Operations Forester

Company: Thuthugani Contractors
Job Title: Mechanised Operations Forester
Department: Forestry
Job Type: Permanent
Job Location: Kwa-zulu Natal
Salary: To be discussed
Date Posted: 07 August 2026
Closing date for applications: 20 September 2026

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Forester to lead and coordinate our mechanised silvicultural operations in our forestry operations in Paulpietersburg, KZN. Thuthugani Contractors enjoys world class safety standards and safety processes are an integrated part of our operations.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, the successful incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

  1. Execute and achieve the Annual Plan of Operations for our mechanised silvicultural and fire protection activities.
  2. Plan and execute the mechanised re-establishment program to ensure maximum stocking within silviculture standards is achieved.
  3. Plan and carry out timeous weed control operations to achieve maximum yields.
  4. In charge of mechanised operations (mechanised pitting machines, spray rigs, planting trailers, discs, clearing saws etc.)
  5. Manage efficient use of machines to achieve budgeted machine productivities.
  6. Plan for compartments before deployment of equipment and labour
  7. Execute Fire Protection Plan and ensure that all resources are ready and available to immediately respond in the event of a fire.
  8. Adhere to safety standards.

 

Person Specification

The ideal candidate must be a mature team player with a focus for attaining results without supervision who in addition should meet the following attributes:

  1. Diploma/Degree in Forestry as a minimum
  2. At least 7 years practical experience.
  3. Innovative and mechanically minded
  4. Clean driver’s license

 

Remuneration

In return Thuthugani Contractors, is offering a competitive salary commensurate with the successful incumbent’s education and experience.

 

Applications

Interested candidates should send in detailed CV with at least 2 traceable referees

Closing date for applications: 20 September 2026

Should you not receive a reply to your submission, please assume your application has not been successful.