About the role
Reforestation workers are specialized in forestry and are responsible for planting new trees after logging. They often work seasonally and may have undergone vocational training or courses in forest management. Their work is physically demanding and primarily takes place outdoors in forest environments.Responsibilities
Reforestation workers prepare the soil, plant seedlings, and perform aftercare to ensure the survival of the plants. They follow forestry plans and environmental guidelines to promote sustainable forest growth. Tasks also include soil preparation and protection against pests and weather impacts.Skills and tools
Reforestation workers need good physical fitness, knowledge of forestry and plant biology. They use tools such as planting tubes, shovels, and protective equipment. Orientation skills and knowledge of the ecosystem's health are important for performing the work efficiently. Common competencies demanded by employers are skogsplantering, skogsvård and skogsröjning.