{"id":93110,"date":"2026-03-25T08:00:24","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/forestry-officer\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T08:00:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:00:45","slug":"forestry-officer","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/forestry-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"Forestry Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>\tIdentify trees approved for harvesting or translocation based on permits and site plans<br \/>\n\tCarry out tree felling, pruning, and general management using approved methods and safe operational practices<br \/>\n\tPlan, operate, and maintain tools and equipment used in harvesting, pruning, and translocation, ensuring efficiency and safety.<br \/>\n\tExecute tree translocation and replanting in designated areas, ensuring proper spacing, orientation, soil preparation, and use of approved techniques to maximise survival.<br \/>\n\tApply post-translocation care including staking, watering, mulching, and monitoring survival rates<br \/>\n\tIdentify, monitor, and control tree pests and diseases using approved forestry and environmental management practices<br \/>\n\tApply appropriate stump treatment methods after harvesting to prevent regrowth, pest infestation, and disease spread<br \/>\n\tSupport the utilisation and management of materials originating from tree harvesting activities, including sorting and coordination with relevant stakeholders in line with regulatory requirements<br \/>\n\tEnsure compliance with environmental permits, safety standards, and best forestry practices<br \/>\n\tMaintain accurate records of harvested and translocated trees, including species, size, condition, and locations<br \/>\n\tCollect, manage, and analyse forestry data including tree inventory, survival rates, and site conditions to support reporting and decision-making.<br \/>\n\tMaintain records of Rendeavour Kenya projects forestry sites, including conducting site visits to assess security, health status, and overall conditions.<br \/>\n\tCoordinate execution of greenfield forestry restoration projects.<br \/>\n\tImplement restoration ecology practices, including invasive species identification, control, and replacement with suitable indigenous or site-appropriate species.<br \/>\n\tSurvey trees close to structures and infrastructure for proactive risk management and maintenance.<br \/>\n\tWork closely with environmental officers, contractors, and site teams during planning and execution of forestry operations.<\/p>\n<p>Requirements<\/p>\n<p>\tDiploma or Degree in Forestry, Environmental Conservation, or a related field<br \/>\n\tAt least 7 years\u2019 experience in forestry operations, including tree harvesting, log\/posts value chains, management, pruning, and translocation \u00a0<br \/>\n\tKnowledge of indigenous and ornamental tree species<br \/>\n\tPractical knowledge of forestry tools and equipment operation, planning, and maintenance<br \/>\n\tKnowledge of pest and disease identification, prevention, and control in forestry systems<br \/>\n\tPractical understanding of stump treatment techniques and post-harvest site management<br \/>\n\tExperience in forestry data collection, monitoring, and reporting (use of digital tools is an added advantage)<br \/>\n\tAbility to work outdoors and handle physically demanding tasks with dynamic teams<br \/>\n\tCertifications in Health and Safety will be an added advantage<\/p>\n<p>Apply Through:<\/p>\n<p>jobs.workable.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/jobs.workable.com","_company_name":"Tatu City Limited","_company_website":"https:\/\/www.tatucity.com\/","_company_tagline":"Tatu is a project of Rendeavour, Africa\u2019s largest urban land developer with over 30,000 acres of visionary projects in the growth trajectories of large cities in Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, Zambia and Democratic Republic of Congo. 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