Course Overview
Course Overview This course provides a direct pathway into New Zealand's dynamic forestry industry, combining essential health and safety training with hands-on, practical experience. You will train on state-of-the-art simulators and join a real harvesting crew to master the operation of key machinery and quality control processes. Upon completion, you will earn a New Zealand Certificate in Forest Harvesting Operations (Level 3) with a specialization in either Quality Control or Basic Machine Operation. Key Program Highlights Hands-on experience operating and maintaining chainsaws and forestry machinery within an actual harvesting operation Extensive practical learning using industry-standard simulators and real excavators Immersion in a real-life harvesting crew to apply skills and knowledge in a professional setting Comprehensive training in vital Health and Safety policies and procedures for the forestry sector Earn a specialized NZ Certificate in Forest Harvesting Operations, opening doors to key industry roles
Available Intakes
July 2026
CampusMokoia Campus
CityRotorua
ModeFullTime
Duration7 Months
FeeNZD 15,794