2012 : June
Clear to Press the Process Accelerator
23 June, 2012
Everything at Leitz revolves around the customers' machining processes. When Leitz brings a tooling innovation to the market it is tailored to specific customers' demands and is often developed in cooperation with a customer. Success is measured by the benefit to the customer: Only when customers... read more
NSTF award for Jolanda Roux
22 June, 2012
Last night the prestigious NSTF-BHP Billiton Science and Technology Awards ceremony
was held in Johannesburg. Jolanda Roux from FABI won the award for
Capacity Building in Science Engineering and Technology Innovation
during the last 5-10 years.
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Timber Crane Scales
22 June, 2012
The use of Timber Crane Scales is increasing in timber harvesting, sawmills, pulp mills and paper mills. Weighing og logs whilst loading prevents overloading of transport vehicles and provides raw wood and timber stock management and control of outgoing and incoming materials.
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WoodEX for Africa - Bookings Open for 2013
22 June, 2012
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SANBI Grasslands Newsletter - February 2012
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Introducing Erica de Jager to the Zanogen Machine Knives team
13 June, 2012
Erica de Jager recently joined Zanogen Machine Knives. Erica's main area of focus is customer relations management. "Our commitment to excellent customer service and our top quality products are the driving forces of our Company," states... read more
Alternatives to Eucalyptus for Pole Production - NCT Worldview Pietermaritzburg
8 June, 2012
There has been much speculation about Eucalyptus grandis being the best specie for pole production. In recent years there have been Eucalyptus crosses made that would appear to be better for poles than the straight E. grandis, but pole treatment plants have been reluctant to take them.
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STIHL dominates at National Championships
8 June, 2012
STIHL chainsaws cut a swathe through the recent 2012 National Speedcutting Chainsaw Championships. Of the 15 trophies up for grabs, STIHL walked away with ten, including top spot in the all-important battle for the standard chainsaw category. In addition, the top three overall performers were... read more
Avante Trading and Timber Supplies enters into agreement with Zambian Company
4 June, 2012
Avante Trading & Timber Supplies in Johannesburg have entered into an agreement with a Zambian company for the supply of Zambian Rosewood & Teak. In terms of this agreement, we are able to supply Zambian Rosewood & Teak to the South African market at less than 870.00 USD per... read more
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WoodEX for Africa Expo and Conference - Bookings now open for 2013. Following the success of the inaugural WoodEX for Africa Exhibition at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand earlier this year, WoodEX for Africa will be back - bigger and better - in 2013. Reserve your... read more
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Employment Opportunity
Sales Representative - Western CapePosted: 13.06.2013
Product line and activities - delivering materials and construction for low-energy, ecological wood-construction and construction: Wooden constructive system NOVATOP ... read more
Senior Forester Required
Posted: 11.06.2013
Senior Forester required by R & B Timbers for the Richmond Area. ... read more
Harvesting Manager (Grade S7)
Posted: 07.06.2013
Sappi: To manage and control the Harvesting operations in the district in order to ensure the sustainable supply of timber to various markets. ... read more
Management Forester - Project Grow (Grade S8)
Posted: 07.06.2013
To market forestry and direct the development of the emerging farmers and communities to create sustainable forestry enterprises and supply fibre to Sappi markets. ... read more
Instrument Technician
Posted: 04.06.2013
SAFCOL is dedicated to growing its business in the plantation forestry and forest products value chain(s) and maximising stakeholder value. The organisation seeks to recruit the following persons at the Timbadola Sawmill Instrument Technician Reporting to the Mill Engineer. ... read more
Production Planner
Posted: 04.06.2013
3 Years experience in Production Planning. Experience in the Carpentry or Timber Industry will be advantageous. Valid Code 10 and Forklift license will be advantageous. ... read more
Internal Sales Representative - Port Elizabeth
Posted: 04.06.2013
Relevant Sales and Marketing Qualification will be advantageous. 2 to 3 Years experience in a Carpentry or Timber Industry. Hardware Experience is essential. Ability to interpret various cutting drawings. Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal with clients and suppliers. ... read more
Sales Representative
Posted: 04.06.2013
Lomati Saw Mill situated in Barberton is seeking to employ a sales and marketing person to provide a service function to the mill for Marketing and Sales of saw timber. ... read more
Workshop Manager
Posted: 30.05.2013
Private Sawmill in the Picturesque Garden route seeks the services of an experienced, technical manager. The successful applicant will be responsible for the complete technical function within the sawmill including all maintenance and upgrade project work. ... read more
Farm Manager - Eshowe, East Coast
Posted: 29.05.2013
Previous experience on sugarcane farm is a minimum requirement. ... read more
Operations Manager
Posted: 09.05.2013
A manufacturer and Distributor of Timber product has an outstanding position for an Operations Manager. Only South African citizens, who are suitably qualified, live in the applicable area and meet the requirements of the position are eligible to apply for this vacancy. ... read more
Senior Forester
Posted: 07.05.2013
Applicants must be in possession of a National diploma/degree in Forestry, Environmental Management and/or Nature Conservation (you are required to furnish a credit certificate and or statement of results). ... read more
District Forest Manager: Zululand
Posted: 29.04.2013
To lead and implement regional strategic objectives and targets for the Area of fibre production and estate management within resource and SHEQ parameters to ensure sustainable fibre supply. ... read more
Sawmill Manager - Pietermartizburg
Posted: 08.04.2013
A Pietermaritzburg based company is looking for a Sawmill Manager who will oversee around 100 staff members and multiple production lines. ... read more
Senior Accountant
Posted: 29.05.2013
Senior Accountant - Hluhluwe, EastCoast. Previous experience as an Accountant in the Agricultural industry is a definate pre-requisite. ... read more
Farm Manager
Posted: 27.03.2013
Farm Manager - Hluhluwe, East Coast. Previous experience on sugarcane farm as well as experience with irrigation is a minimum requirement. ... read more
Seeking Employment?
Seeking employment in the forestry industry? Contact Kerry Kopp from Kopp Consulting to be put onto her database for any upcoming positions in the forstry industry. ... read more
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