Harvesting Forester

Are you a harvesting or forestry operations professional ready to step into a leadership role, supporting high-performing crews to make a real impact in sustainable forestry? Join our team and take your career to the next level. Our Business Manulife Investment Management Forest Management (NZ) Limited (MFM (NZ)) has been managing forests in Aotearoa since 2004 on behalf of Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Agriculture Inc’s (MIMTA) clients. MIMTA is one of the world’s largest and most experienced timberland investment managers and is part of Manulife’s Global Wealth and Asset Management business. In New Zealand, MFM (NZ) manages approximately 200,000 hectares of plantation forest, harvesting around 4 million tonnes annually. We’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive workplace and delivering outstanding environmental outcomes. We believe that good stewardship is good business. The Role We’re looking for a motivated forestry professional with harvesting experience to join our team. While this role is based out of our Tokoroa office, we’re open to candidates living across the wider Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions, for example Rotorua, Taupō, Cambridge and surrounding areas. A company vehicle is provided, and our vehicle policy supports free reasonable commuting (up to 100kms), giving you flexibility in where you choose to live. There is also flexibility for some administrative tasks to be completed from home when appropriate. This is a key operational role, responsible for supervising harvesting crews across our Central Region. You’ll be leading the charge on health and safety, value recovery, log quality, environmental compliance and production performance. This role is ideal for someone with solid practical harvesting experience who is looking to further develop their leadership capability. We’re keen to hear from people with experience in cable harvesting systems, contractor and crew management experience and/or environmental management. We’re also looking for someone with strong relationship management skills and leadership potential so they can contribute to the wider team culture and objectives. Key responsibilities include Supervise harvesting operations to ensure safety, quality, and environmental standards are met or exceeded Monitor contractor performance and support continuous improvement Contribute to budget development and performance tracking Build strong relationships with contractors, internal teams, and stakeholders Champion a culture of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence What We Can Offer You At MFM (NZ), we value our people and offer a highly competitive package, including: Base salary and annual bonus Work vehicle including private use Medical, trauma, income protection, and life insurance Additional employer KiwiSaver contributions Gym subsidy, long service leave, and paid parental leave Financial support for external study and professional development Flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance What We’re Looking For Relevant experience in operational harvesting ideally in a supervisory role Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental best practices Excellent communication and relationship management skills Proficiency with (or willingness to learn) Microsoft Office and forestry software A team-oriented mindset with a positive, can-do attitude A forestry qualification is a plus, but practical experience is also highly valued MFM (NZ) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or age. MFM (NZ) values diversity and inclusion and is comfortable to provide any reasonably necessary accommodation to foster such a workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr