GULF EAGLE Contracting, Abu Dhabi
Forestry Operations Manager | Forest Conservation Analyst
Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted today
- Salary
- AED 35k–55k a month· Michael Page
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Lead
- Field
- Energy & Sustainability
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
🗂 We’re Hiring: Forestry Operations Manager | Forest Conservation Analyst 🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time 💼 Level: Mid-Level to Senior Management We are seeking an experienced Forestry Operations Manager | Forest Conservation Analyst to oversee forestry activities, assess forest ecosystems, and support sustainable forest management initiatives. This role combines forestry operations planning, forest resource assessment, conservation analysis, environmental monitoring, and sustainable land management. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of forestry practices, ecosystem conservation, and environmental management strategies. 🎯 Key Responsibilities • Plan, coordinate, and oversee forestry operations, including forest management, harvesting activities, and resource allocation. • Conduct forest assessments to evaluate tree populations, vegetation conditions, and ecosystem health. • Develop and implement sustainable forest management and conservation strategies. • Monitor forest conditions and identify environmental threats such as deforestation, wildfires, soil degradation, and illegal logging. • Analyze forest inventory data, vegetation surveys, and land-use information to support management decisions. • Coordinate reforestation, afforestation, and forest restoration projects. • Assess biodiversity and evaluate the environmental impact of forestry activities. • Collaborate with environmental agencies, landowners, conservation organizations, and forestry contractors. • Monitor compliance with forestry regulations, environmental policies, and sustainable resource management standards. • Use GIS mapping, satellite imagery, and remote sensing tools to evaluate forest coverage and land-use changes. • Prepare forestry management plans, conservation assessments, operational reports, and technical recommendations. • Recommend improvements to forestry practices to enhance resource sustainability and environmental protection. ✅ Requirements • Background in Forestry, Forest Science, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline. • Strong understanding of forest ecosystems, tree species identification, and sustainable forestry practices. • Knowledge of forest inventory methods, vegetation surveys, and forest resource assessment techniques. • Familiarity with forest conservation, reforestation, habitat restoration, and biodiversity protection. • Understanding of forestry regulations, environmental impact assessments, and sustainable land management principles. • Experience with GIS software, remote sensing, GPS mapping, or forest monitoring technologies is an advantage. • Ability to interpret environmental data, prepare technical reports, and develop conservation recommendations. • Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Good communication and coordination abilities when working with field teams, government agencies, and conservation partners. • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Forest Science, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred. Relevant forestry management or environmental conservation certifications are an advantage. 🌟 What We Offer • Opportunities to contribute to sustainable forestry and forest conservation projects. • Exposure to modern forest monitoring technologies, GIS applications, and environmental assessment methods. • Opportunities to collaborate with forestry professionals, environmental specialists, and conservation organizations. • Career progression into Senior Forestry Manager, Forest Conservation Director, Natural Resources Manager, or Environmental Operations Director roles. • A professional and environmentally focused working environment. • Training and professional development opportunities. • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. ✅ Who Can Apply? • Currently residing in the UAE. • Legally authorized to reside and work in the UAE. • Tourist and visit visa holders are not eligible. • Must have a personal UAE bank account to receive salary payments. • • Previous professional experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
Requirements
Background in Forestry, Forest Science, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline. Strong understanding of forest ecosystems, tree species identification, and sustainable forestry practices. Knowledge of forest inventory methods, vegetation surveys, and forest resource assessment techniques. Familiarity with forest conservation, reforestation, habitat restoration, and biodiversity protection. Understanding of forestry regulations, environmental impact assessments, and sustainable land management principles. Experience with GIS software, remote sensing, GPS mapping, or forest monitoring technologies is an advantage. Ability to interpret environmental data, prepare technical reports, and develop conservation recommendations. Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Good communication and coordination abilities when working with field teams, government agencies, and conservation partners. Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Forest Science, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred. Relevant forestry management or environmental conservation certifications are an advantage.
Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and oversee forestry operations, including forest management, harvesting activities, and resource allocation. Conduct forest assessments to evaluate tree populations, vegetation conditions, and ecosystem health. Develop and implement sustainable forest management and conservation strategies. Monitor forest conditions and identify environmental threats such as deforestation, wildfires, soil degradation, and illegal logging. Analyze forest inventory data, vegetation surveys, and land-use information to support management decisions. Coordinate reforestation, afforestation, and forest restoration projects. Assess biodiversity and evaluate the environmental impact of forestry activities. Collaborate with environmental agencies, landowners, conservation organizations, and forestry contractors. Monitor compliance with forestry regulations, environmental policies, and sustainable resource management standards. Use GIS mapping, satellite imagery, and remote sensing tools to evaluate forest coverage and land-use changes. Prepare forestry management plans, conservation assessments, operational reports, and technical recommendations. Recommend improvements to forestry practices to enhance resource sustainability and environmental protection.
Skills
- GIS
- Remote sensing
- Forest inventory methods
- Vegetation surveys
- Forest resource assessment
- Reforestation
- Afforestation
- Habitat restoration
- Biodiversity protection
- Environmental impact assessments
- Land-use analysis
- Tree species identification
- Forest monitoring technologies
- Data interpretation
- Technical reporting
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