Timber and Forestry E News issue 305

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People make forests work: new thinking at Gympie gathering

Conference key: how innovation can be implemented in all sectors

Noted speakers will show how they have driven innovation into productivity gains

Lounge suit de rigueur for dinner

Latest off足site prefab technology features at Frame Australia 2014

AFCA honours Queenslanders in Hall of Fame

Indonesia to host massive furniture display in Jakarta

EWPAA ever足vigilant on performance testing of engineered wood products

Conference series: forestry’s good returns attract investment interest

UTAS on足line study has put industry on the right course

Podcasts guide engineers, architects and builders to better uses for timber

Timber recycling fund open for projects in Victoria

Policy failure: forest agreement can’t meet supply arrangements

A free solution to finding building professionals who want to use wood

US House of Reps backs Bill to speed logging of burned forests

$30m forest restoration plan to reduce threat of wildfires in US

Students want to export chopsticks to China

Upgraded, up足beat and up足market .. the new Toyota Prado is all style

TPT Forests Limited is one of New Zealand’s leading exporters providing a unique channel to markets throughout Asia. TPT specialises in all aspects of log and lumber sales, marketing, shipping, port operations, supply chain planning and financial management; and has a unique business model and culture extending from its Mt Maunganui Head Office abroad to Australia, USA, China, South Korea and India.

As a result of continued growth, TPT is seeking a highly motivated professional to join the team and take operational responsibility for the performance of TPT’s New Zealand port operations.

Fundamental responsibilities for this role include; coordinating and managing the performance of the log marshalling, bio­security and stevedoring operations throughout New Zealand. As part of this role you will work with contracted key service providers to meet port and vessel loading objectives while ensuring health and safety, costs, efficiency and productivity meet industry best practice. First class management of internal and external Environmental, Health and Safety programs are crucial to the success of this role.

Key Skills & Attributes Required for this Role: ­ Proven interpersonal and effective communication skills ­ To be a self starter while having the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team ­ High attention to detail with a strong emphasis on accuracy ­ Proficient in the improvement of systems and processes ­ Previous Health & Safety management experience (ideally Level 2+) ­ Professionalism, integrity, determination and a positive outlook ­ Previous Industry experience considered; Forestry, Logistics, Manufacturing or Processing, Warehousing and Transport TPT Forests have continued to develop from its inception in 1997 and the dedicated team are committed to the ongoing growth, success and results of the organisation.

This position offers a diverse range of tasks with a strategic, operational and analytical focus for an ambitious individual looking for a career opportunity. You will need to be flexible to travel and work out of hours to meet the demands of this role.

Partnership, Performance, Integrity and Professionalism – if these qualities mirror yours and you meet the criteria above, then this opportunity is worth pursuing. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful applicant. Please email your CV to be considered: