Forester

Forester

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.

• A workplace where you’re valued and respected
• A culture that prioritises safety, health, and wellbeing
• 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 will:

•  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)

How to apply

If you’re ready to grow your career in a role that matters and make a tree change, we’d love to meet you. We invite you to review the Position Description and submit:

Your current resume, and
A brief written response (no more than two pages)
Please apply via the Careers section of our website:  www.hqplantations.com.au

Applications close: 5:00pm, Friday 12 June 2026

For enquiries, contact the HQPlantations People & Safety Business Group on +617 3882 8271.

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).