New Zealand Certificate in Forest Harvesting Operations (Level 3)
Program Overview
This 20-week program focuses on manual processing and quality control in the forestry industry. Students gain practical experience through a mix of classroom and hands-on learning, including a 10-week industry placement. Graduates will be prepared for roles such as cable operation breaker out, manual processor, quality controller, and poleman, with an understanding of safety, environmental, and quality requirements in forest harvesting operations.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This 20-week course is designed for individuals who enjoy working with tools and machines in an outdoor setting and are interested in the New Zealand forestry industry. The program focuses on manual processing and quality control, preparing students for roles in commercial forest harvesting or log scaling operations.
Objectives:
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of health and safety responsibilities, risk management, emergency procedures, and communication systems to maintain safety during forest harvesting operations.
- Protect personal wellbeing, team relationships, and the physical environment, including historical sites and areas of cultural significance to Māori, during forest harvesting operations.
Teaching:
The program includes a mix of practical learning and theory, with 10 weeks of industry experience. Students will team up with a real harvesting crew to put their skills and knowledge into practice.
Careers:
Potential roles for graduates include:
- Cable operation breaker out
- Manual processor
- Quality controller
- Poleman
Other:
The program aims to provide the forest industry with individuals who have the skills and knowledge required to operate at a production level in an operational role in a forest harvesting operation. Graduates will have an understanding of safety, environmental, and quality requirements of working in a forest harvesting operation. They will work under limited supervision to meet productivity requirements.
Entry Requirements:
- This programme is open entry.
- Must be physically fit and able to complete practical work.
- Applicants will also need to submit a completed Personal Health Status Declaration to confirm that they will be physically capable of working in the forestry harvesting environment.
