Field Technician - Forestry & Land Management Technical Forest Services (TFS) North Coast NSW (Kempsey to Coffs Harbour) About Us Technical Forest Services (TFS) is a national forestry services contractor, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Tasmania. We've built our reputation on getting accurate, reliable field data for our clients - no matter what the terrain throws at us. We're now growing our team on the NSW North Coast, and we're looking for people who are ready to build a career in the field, not just take a job. About the Role We're after a Field Technician to join our North Coast crew, carrying out forest inventory and mensuration work across hardwood plantation and native forest estates. This is genuine outdoor, hands-on field work - you'll be on your feet all day, working through thick scrub and variable terrain, collecting the technical data that underpins how our clients manage their forests.This isn't a role for someone chasing a desk job with the occasional site visit. You'll be out in it, day after day, and you'll take real pride in getting the numbers right. What You'll Be Doing Carrying out forest inventory and mensuration fieldwork - measuring, recording and assessing plantation and native forest standsNavigating independently through dense bush and difficult terrain to reach and correctly identify plotsCapturing accurate, complete field data using digital data collection toolsFollowing structured reporting processes with consistency and discipline, every plot, every dayPlanning your own daily routes and logistics to work efficiently and safelySolving problems on the fly - terrain, weather, access and equipment issues are part of the job, and we need people who find the practical way throughDriving 4WD vehicles to and around remote work sites, often on unsealed roads What We're Looking For Physically capable and comfortable outdoors all day - this role involves sustained walking through thick scrub, uneven ground and variable weatherStrong navigation skills - confident reading a map, using GPS, and finding your way in country without formed tracksA genuine commitment to accuracy and discipline in reporting - our clients rely on the data you collect, and we hold ourselves to a high standardA practical problem-solver - someone who works through obstacles rather than getting stuck on themGood at planning and logistics - able to organise your own day efficiently, manage time in the field, and think aheadA valid driver's licence and solid driving experience, including comfort on unsealed and remote roadsSelf-motivated and able to work independently, often solo or in small crews, without close supervisionPrevious experience in forestry, inventory, surveying, agriculture, or a related outdoor field role is highly regarded - but a strong work ethic and the right attitude matter more than a resume line. Training is provided. What We Offer A genuine pathway into the forestry industry, with structured training and developmentThe opportunity to be part of building TFS's permanent North Coast crew from the ground upSupport from an experienced regional team and TFS's broader national networkA safety-first cultureFully equipped for the work: vehicle, PPE and field technology provided )