Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Appointment details:
- Unremunerated advisory roles (approved travel costs reimbursed)
- Estimated commitment of around 5 days per year
- Appointments of up to three years, with the possibility of reappointment.
Background:
The Australian Government is seeking expressions of interest from experienced professionals across the forest and wood products sector to serve as members of the Strategic Forest and Renewable Materials Partnership.
Established under the Regional Forest Agreements Act 2002, the Partnership is the Government’s principal advisory body on the future strategic direction of Australia’s forest and renewable materials industry. Members provide independent, strategic advice to the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry on industry sustainability, growth, innovation and workforce issues.
Skills and experience:
The Government is seeking a diverse and balanced membership with expertise across areas such as:
- Native and/or plantation forestry, timber fibre processing and/or advanced wood product manufacturing including engineered wood products, supply chain, trade and innovation
- Harvest, haulage and enabling services
- Environmental sustainability within a native and/or plantation forestry context including forest carbon
- First Nations community representation or engagement
- Trade union or industry association representation
- Experience in an advisory, governance or representational capacity
- Strong stakeholder engagement across government, industry and community
Members may be based anywhere in Australia. Individuals representing First Nations interests, emerging leaders and next‑generation voices are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
To submit your expression of interest, visit:
The Forest and Wood Products Council: Strategic Forest and Renewable Materials Partnership
Applications close 10.00 am Tuesday 30 June 2026
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