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 Beginner

How do I become a forestry supervisor?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended
FWP30122

Certificate III in Forest Operations
On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$3,112 - $11,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Forestry Field Officer Forestry Manager
Forestry Supervisor Forestry Worker Chainsaw Operator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Forestry Field Officer Forestry Manager Forestry Supervisor Forestry Worker Chainsaw Operator + 3 more
FWP40121

Certificate IV in Forest Operations
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Supervisor Forestry Field Officer Machine Operator
Environmental Officer Environmental Compliance Officer Logistics Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Supervisor Forestry Field Officer Machine Operator Environmental Officer Environmental Compliance Officer Logistics Coordinator + 3 more
FWP50121

Diploma of Forest Operations
Traineeship
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forester Forestry Field Officer Forestry Supervisor
Environmental Compliance Officer Natural Resource Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forester Forestry Field Officer Forestry Supervisor Environmental Compliance Officer Natural Resource Manager + 2 more
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