Log and Timber Inspector – Timaru

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Export Log and Timber Inspector @ IVS Ltd 
Timaru

We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude, who can think on their feet and is service delivery focused to join our Forestry Certification Team in the Timaru area.

Why IVS?

Independent Verification Services Ltd, is trusted and recognised as New Zealand’s premier, independent provider of biosecurity services to the forest industry. We employ smart, talented people who are innovative and are committed to helping exporters and importers meet their phytosanitary obligations. As well as MPI requirements. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Inspection

• Phytosanitary inspections for export logs

• Export timber inspection for a wide range of key suppliers to overseas markets

• Product security inspection for a wide range of forestry products

• Some Biosecurity general knowledge 

Reporting

• Accurate recording of inspection outcomes

• Timely completion of inspection reports

• Close liaison with the Forestry Certification Team to ensure client specific reporting requirements are met 

Communication

• Communicate with our Forestry Certification Team on work programmes

• Communicate regularly with key stakeholders

• Ensure our commitment to customer service and programme delivery is maintained to the highest standard

Physical Requirements

This is a home office-based job and requires travel for on-site inspections for our clients.

• Must be able for travel to inspection sites

• Full driver’s license is required

• Must be able to speak and listen in person and on the phone

• Strong time management and the ability to work independently

• Reasonable fitness is required due to the outdoor nature of this role

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Full training and ongoing support for this role will be provided with opportunities of growth for the successful candidate in additional areas. 

If this sounds like you, please email your CV and cover letter explaining why casual work suits you to, dreamjob@ivs.co.nz with Timaru Log Inspector in the subject line by Sunday 06 March 2026. 

Please be aware pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be required, and you must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

Referee checks will be carried out, and we may require MOJ Criminal Conviction Checks to be undertaken