Senior Forest Supervisor - Moss Vale

Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of commercial plantation and native forests in NSW. We manage more than two million hectares of forests for the environmental, economic, and social benefit of the people of NSW and Australia. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are focused on empowering our people to use their creativity, authenticity and innovative thinking to be the champions of change now and into the future. That is why no matter who you are, we encourage you to apply for the job that’s right for you. We aim to have a workforce that reflects the diverse communities in which we work and so we strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.


Why grow your career with Forestry Corporation of NSW:
At Forestry Corporation of NSW, our values are at the heart of everything that we do. We hope you share our values of:

1. Wellbeing: Everyone home, injury free, everyday
2. Respect: We care for country, community, and ourselves
3. Integrity: We are honest and accountable
4. Innovation: We challenge ourselves to think differently, be bold and continuously improve


The Opportunity:
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated individual to step into the role of Senior Forest Supervisor — a key operational and firefighting leadership position within the region. This role is responsible for managing forest operations and facilities, supervising staff and contractors, and ensuring the safe, timely and efficient delivery of forest maintenance activities.


What we can offer you:
• Permanent, full-time role based in the Moss Vale Management Area
• Diverse, hands-on role operating across multiple functional areas
• Competitive remuneration and benefits including access to physiotherapy
• Opportunities for training/career development
• You’ll be contributing to a sustainable forest industry


About the Role
As Senior Forest Supervisor, you’ll assist with the coordination & supervision of a wide range of forest maintenance and fire preparedness activities. This may include vegetation control (e.g. roadside pruning, brushcutting), weed and pest management, plantation establishment, harvesting operations, roading/infrastructure maintenance, and the maintenance of facilities and firefighting equipment. Your leadership will play a vital role in supporting operational excellence and protecting our forests.


We would love you to have/be:
• Ability to lead and manage a small team & also work autonomously as required
• Proven organisational skills - ability to plan and prioritise work, meet standards and deadlines
• Knowledge and understanding of forestry management and protection, including weed and pest control, fire management - planning and suppression, silviculture, harvesting & roading operations
• Experience in all aspects of forest operations including operational and supervisory responsibilities
• Qualified and skilled in competent and efficient operation of plant (including fire tanker), chainsaw and other equipment.
• Capacity and willingness to undertake and coordinate fire management activities (at or above Crew Leader level), travel (mainly driving), work extended hours, and to maintain sufficient fitness for the job.
• Available to work weekends on a rotating roster for fire &/or compliance patrols
• Current Medium Rigid driver’s licence

Do you love working outdoors and want to contribute to a sustainable resource industry? Submit your application today!

For further information about the role please contact Tom Bagnell, Area Supervisor, on 0409 071 210

To request a copy of the job description, please text the Talent Team on: 0456 633 306 quoting ReqID 293 and your email address

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: SUNDAY 3RD AUGUST @ 11:59PM AEST


Depending on the role the preferred candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete a Drug and Alcohol screening, and/or Medical Assessment and/or a Fire Task Based Assessment (TBA).
For roles requiring, the successful candidate(s) must be fit to perform firefighting activities, which may include working in smoky conditions and the ability to be physically active in uneven or steep terrain. Offers of employment for these roles are subject to the results of the pre-employment Medical Assessment which may preclude candidates high risk conditions from being able to meet the inherent requirements of the role.