| Government Entity | South African Forestry Company Limited |
|---|---|
| Location | Belfast, Mpumalanga |
| Centre / Location | Belfast Plantation |
| Closing Date | August 4, 2026 |
| Source and Application | safcol.co.za |
Status: Permanent
Grade: B5
Reporting Line: Forester: Harvesting
To be the first line supervisor to ensure that the team achieve its production targets in line with the Best Operating Practices (BOP) standards.
Requirements
Grade 12 Winning Supervisor Certificate/ National Forestry: Harvesting Certificate (NQF level 3)/ National Diploma in Forestry (NQF Level 6) 2-3 Years’ experience as a supervisor in harvesting operations with Winning Supervisor Certificate/National Forestry: Harvesting Certificate (NQF level 3) Practical experiential training in forest operations with National Diploma in Forestry (NQF Level 6) Code C1 or higher driver's license Basic safety, Environmental Awareness, Fire Suppression, SHE rep and First certificates will be an added advantage Leadership Behavioral Technical Operational Delivery Deadline Driven Literacy Skills Self-Awareness Communication and Follow Through Production Orientated Leading Others Teamwork Safety Management Problem Solving and Decision Making Harvesting Practices Planning and Organising Environmental Management Attention to Detail
Duties
Plan, organize and set out daily tasks in line with operational plans Control operations using harvesting BOP standards Ensure adherence in line with productivity standards Complete and submit accurate daily production sheets and other related administration functions timeously Ensure minimal log rejects for optimal utilisation of the timber Ensure adequate stacking and separation of client stacks Prepare fire belts, burning and firefighting when required Motivate and support the team to achieve targets Take corrective actions including disciplinary actions if there are deviations Complete Production Control Sheet (PCS)and other related administration functions timeously Transport team members to and from relevant operations and any other driving related activities Ensure correct utilisation of tools, equipment, fuel and other resources utilised by team members Ensure daily and weekly greasing of machines occurs Report any fault-finding on machinery and equipment Ensure enforcement of safety, conduct daily risk assessment and toolbox talk Ensure all incidents are reported to management
Source / Circular Reference
safcol.co.za