General Overview:

Studies, develops and manages forest areas to maintain commercial and recreational uses, conserve flora and fauna, and protect against fire, pests and diseases.

Tasks Include:

• manages forest resources to maximise their long-term commercial, recreational and environmental benefits for the community
• participates in land use planning for designated areas
• observes the effects of environmental factors on the growt hand health of forest plants
• studies the propagation and culture of forest trees, improvement of growing stock and the effects of thinning on forest yields
• prepares plans for re-afforestation and devises efficient harvesting systems
• investigates, plans and implements management procedures to cope with the effects of fires, floods, soil erosion, insect pests and diseases
• estimates the volume, size and quality of timber resulting from management alternatives
• advises government, industry and the public on forestry problems and planning
• may conduct educational programs on the care and value of forests
• may supervise and coordinate the work of technical officers and other forestry workers