Forestry Supervisor

A Forestry Supervisor oversees the management of forest sites, coordinating activities like maintenance, fire prevention, and pest control. Their duties include planning forestry operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing teams of workers.

The Forestry Supervisor may also liaise with other stakeholders, including local government and environmental agencies, to ensure sustainable forestry practices. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential in this role.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $83,980
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a forestry supervisor?

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FWP40121

Certificate IV in Forest Operations
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Supervisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Forestry Supervisor
FWP30122

Certificate III in Forest Operations
Traineeship
24 months
$0 - $11,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Excavator Operator Forester
Forestry Field Officer Forestry Manager Forestry Supervisor Forestry Worker
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Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Excavator Operator Forester Forestry Field Officer Forestry Manager Forestry Supervisor Forestry Worker + 4 more
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