APPLYING FOR JOBS
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Ready to embark on finding a job in forestry? Have a look on our Jobs page under ‘Careers’ on this site and you will see a wide range of jobs under Trademe jobs and Seek

The job specifications you see should allow you to tidy up your CV and make sure you are ready for your interview.

WHAT EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR

Some jobs require specific skills, experience and maybe qualifications. In other cases employers will be willing to train people who have the right general qualities and attitude.

Have a clear idea about where you want to go in the industry and a plan on how you will get there. Be confident in your own abilities and be open and honest at interview time.

General qualities sought by forest industry employers include:

Assemble and provide references from previous employers and/or from someone who knows you well.

Note that the forestry sector is a drug-free workplace

PREPARING A JOB APPLICATION

You may be able to apply for some jobs by phone, txt or through a website. You may be lucky enough to get a trial this way, but the idea is for you to get a face to face interview with your potential employer. This will usually involve sending or emailing your CV and other information about yourself.