Forest Manager
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Other Forestry Occupations
Summary
A profession that preserves and nurtures forest resources, plans and implements logging, and supports healthy forest ecosystems and sustainable timber production.
Description
Forest managers assess the health of forests, plan and implement silvicultural operations such as brush clearing, thinning, and tree planting, as well as conduct surveying, create silviculture plans, and maintain forest roads and erosion control facilities. They collaborate with landowners, government agencies, and forest cooperatives, undertaking on-site guidance and supervision to balance timber production with environmental conservation. They handle a wide range of tasks such as surveys using GIS and drones, wildlife countermeasures, and pest control, adapting to changing weather conditions and terrain to advance safe and efficient forestry.
Future Outlook
With growing interest in environmental conservation and forest management as carbon sinks, demand is expected to remain stable for promoting sustainable forestry.
Personality Traits
Cautious and attentive / Cooperative / Curious and inquisitive / Interested in the natural environment / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Forest Cooperative Employment / Forestry Company Employment / On-site Work / Overnight Work Assignments / Self-employed Forestry
Career Path
Forestry Worker → Forestry Technician → Forest Business Manager → Forest Supervisor → Forestry Consultant
Required Skills
Forest Conservation Knowledge / Forest Management Planning / Forest Surveying Technology / GIS and Map Reading / Logging and Reforestation Technology
Recommended Skills
Drone Operation (Forest Management) / Forestry Machinery Operation / GIS Software Operation / Reading English Literature
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Needed to respond to changing environments such as weather and wildlife impacts. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for coordinating with landowners and workers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to the physical demands of walking in mountains, operating heavy machinery, and logging operations. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for planning and managing operations such as tree planting and thinning. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary because measures tailored to site-specific terrain and weather conditions are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Chainsaw Safety Operator
- Forest Instructor
- Forestry Cable Yarding Supervisor
- Special Training for Logging Operations
Aliases
- Forest Manager
Related Jobs
- Environmental Consultant
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- Forestry Technician
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