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National Science Week reminding students of science jobs in forestry

This week is National Science Week, 10 – 18 August, and the Tasmanian forestry industry is reminding students across the state of the many great science-based jobs on offer in our forests. Source: Timberbiz National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology, and features hundreds of events around Australia, including those delivered by universities, schools, research institutions, libraries, museums and industries. Chief Executive Officer of the Tasmanian Forest Products Association (TFPA), Nick Steel, said the state’s forest industry is proud to support the event, with hundreds of science-based jobs on offer in the forestry industry. “The Tasmanian forestry industry offers our state’s young people great opportunities in science-based fields,” Mr Steel said. “Forestry isn’t just the harvesting of trees. There is a plethora of jobs that require science training to make our sustainable industry thrive. Some of the jobs that require science-based training in our forests include: Forest ecologist Resource planner Harvest manager Conservationist Environmental scientist Biosecurity scientist Geospatial scientist “Our industry is innovative, forward-facing and sustainable,” Mr Steel said. “Science plays a huge role in our industry, and science jobs in our forests give young people the chance to secure high-quality jobs in the communities where their friends and families live. “I’d urge all young people interested in a science career to see what opportunities exist in Tasmanian forests.” For more information on jobs in forestry in Tasmania visit www.arbre.net.au and www.forest-education.com