We are excited you have visited our Careers page. We are seeking talented individuals that are excellent in their field of expertise and are posed with all potential and skills necessary to help us meet future business challenges.
Reference: FEB20259234
Expiry date: 2025-03-27 23:59:00.000
Location: Warminster, Wiltshire
Benefits: 29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata), complimentary tickets to Longleat, discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise, along with life assurance cover, company pension and more.
As a Forester at Longleat, you will play a pivotal role in hands-on forestry operations, ensuring the meticulous care of trees and executing practical forestry harvesting techniques, such as chainsaw tree felling. Your responsibilities will also extend to overseeing forest machinery extraction operations, all performed to the highest standards of excellence. Join us in the heart of our commitment to sustainable forestry and contribute to the legacy of Longleat Estate's environmental stewardship.
Key duties will include:
1. Carrying out forestry tasks associated with the establishment and harvesting of forest and parkland trees.
2. Young tree establishment work.
3. Maintenance and where appropriate, repair of all vehicles, plant and machinery in his care to the highest standard.
About you:
1. You must have a full UK driving licence to apply for this role.
2. You will have experience of commercial and traditional forestry including agricultural/forestry machinery and vehicles, as well as a full understanding of health and safety.
3. Your good foundation knowledge of silviculture and broad range of consolidated industry specific practical skills will enable you to hit the ground running in this position.
4. If you hold formal training certificates for chainsaw and machinery operations, with PA1 & 6 certificates, this is desirable.
Your contract:
You will be on a permanent 40-hour contract predominately Monday to Friday 7.30am to 4.15pm with weekends, evening and bank holidays as required.
If you are interested in this role, please apply online. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if enough suitable applicants are received.
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