Forester Operations

Beerburrum
Grow More Than Trees. Grow Your Career.
Meet good people. Join a family. Build something that lasts.
At HQPlantations, we’re not just managing forests we’re shaping the future of sustainable forestry in Queensland.
With 310,000 hectares under our care and close to 100 million trees growing, we’re proud of what we do. But what matters most is how we do it together.
Why Choose HQPlantations?
Because here, you’re not just an employee you’re part of something bigger.
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A workplace where you’re valued and respected
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A culture that prioritises safety, health, and wellbeing
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Flexible work options, including work from home
Competitive salary + 12% superannuation -
A team that genuinely feels like family
We also honour the Traditional Custodians of the land, support our communities, and ensure everything we do is sustainable for today and tomorrow.
The Role:
This is your chance to step into a dynamic, hands-on role where no two days are the same.
Based in Beerburrum (hello, Sunshine Coast lifestyle), you’ll play a key role delivering our Silviculture program with the autonomy to make decisions, solve challenges, and drive outcomes.
Reporting to the District Manager Beerburrum, you’ll:
- Lead and manage contractors safely and effectively
- Plan, deliver, and monitor forestry operations
- Influence outcomes through strong stakeholder relationships
- Work independently while being backed by a supportive team
What you’ll bring:
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- A Bachelor of Forest Science (or related field) with demonstrated experience, or a Diploma of Forestry with extensive experience;
- Strong capability in contractor management, including safety, environmental, and quality standards;
- Demonstrated skills in budgeting and financial analysis, project planning, scheduling, and performance monitoring, problem-solving and data analysis
- The ability to work autonomously in a dynamic environment;
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills; and
- A current unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence
(MR Licence highly regarded)
Closing date Friday 12 June 2026
Prior to applying, applicants are encouraged to review the current position description.
Growing Together
We’re proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- People from diverse backgrounds
- People with disability
Important: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia (no visa sponsorship available).
Enquiries should be directed to the People & Safety Business Group by telephone 07 3882 8271 or email to hr@hqplantations.com.au.