FOREST MANAGER

Chirk - North Wales

The UK government has committed to a target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, resulting in an increasing interest and support for existing forestry and new woodland creation. As a result, our work programmes have increased and Flintshire Woodlands is seeking to engage with enthusiastic professionals, who have a passion for Forestry who can offer a fresh and visionary way of thinking. This is an exciting opportunity to join our progressive team to help service existing clients and build the business. This position will also play a key role in shaping the future of forestry in the UK.

The Role

As a key member of a high performing team, operating in a competitive and commercial environment, you will be collaborating with clients, government agencies and stakeholders. You will demonstrate excellent communication and organisation skills, together with the ability to identify, analyse and solve technical problems. The role will involve all aspects of woodland management and new woodland creation. You will be required to assist/prepare and manage budgets; undertake report writing; produce client reports; attend client meetings; the preparation, negotiation and submission of Forest Plans and Grant Applications and other related permissions ; cost control, operational planning; as well as site supervision, timber harvesting and safety management.

To be successful in this role, you must be professional, self motivated and be capable of working on your own and as part of a team. Previous operational experience in a similar role, along with the relevant academic qualifications are highly desirable. These positions may also suit someone with an environmental, geography, agricultural or rural surveying background who wishes to enter the forestry sector.

Scottish Woodlands offer...

An attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience, company vehicle, generous pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private health care, and the opportunity for equity participation.

The company, recently ranked 76/100 of Scotland’s top Private Companies and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants will also be given excellent personal and career development opportunities and will be part of a highly professional, motivated team.

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Queries about the application process? Email: hr@scottishwoodlands.co.uk

Scottish Woodlands is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK. For more information, visit: www.scottishwoodlands.co.uk

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