MOVING TO A FORESTRY CAREER
FROM ANOTHER SECTOR

There has never been a better time to join the forest industry!

The New Zealand forest industry is growing rapidly. There are employment opportunities at all levels for people keen to move across from other sectors into forestry. 

Examples of transferable skills include:

• management
• engineering
• environmental management
• science/research
• machine operation
• GIS and data analysis
• administration and finance.

And there are always entry-level opportunities for people prepared to work in physical outdoor jobs such as forest harvesting, tree establishment and silviculture (pruning and thinning). 

Government's Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund

From 1 July 2020, apprenticeships and training for certain targeted sectors – included forestry – will be free.

For more information on how Competenz can help you access Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Funds call 0800-526-1800.

Visit the Tertiary Education Commission website for further details. 

WHAT EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR

Above all else, employers value people with a positive attitude and who are reliable and willing to learn. Skills can always be learnt on the job and through training. 

WHERE TO START

Have a look at our Careers pages, and see what area of work your existing skills are most suited to.