Planning Forester

Weyerhaeuser • Georgetown, GA

402d • $56,500 - $100,100

About The Position

Weyerhaeuser is seeking a Planning Forester to join their Southern Timberlands Business in the Coastal Piedmont Region. This full-time position focuses on harvest planning in the western Georgia/Florida area, ensuring alignment with silvicultural and harvest strategies. The role emphasizes safety, effective contractor management, and collaboration across various forestry functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Forestry or related field, or equivalent combination of work experience and education.
• At least 2 years of related experience in forestry.
• Basic negotiating and contract administration skills.
• Strong understanding of forestry Best Management Practices (BMPs).
• Familiarity with Forest Inventory/GIS systems.
• Proficiency in computer software, particularly Excel.
• Understanding of harvest supervision, silvicultural goals, and basic forest economics.
• Knowledge of mobile applications related to forestry.
• Commitment to established safety standards.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to collaborate in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Adept at problem-solving and flexibility to take on additional projects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with advanced forestry management software.
• Knowledge of local environmental regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual harvest plans that align with silvicultural and harvest strategies.
• Champion safety and risk awareness in forestry operations.
• Oversee tract preparation activities, including validating harvest candidates and creating prescriptions.
• Address environmental concerns and mark stream boundaries during harvest planning.
• Manage yearly contract budgets and foster communication between marketing, harvesting, and silviculture foresters.
• Oversee the maintenance of existing forest roads to meet safety and environmental standards.
• Effectively manage contractors to ensure successful operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account option with company contribution.
• Voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs available.
• 401k plan with company match and annual contribution equal to 5% of base salary.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation in the first year of employment, with additional accrual after six months.
• Eleven paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Forestry and Logging
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree