FOREST MANAGER
Location: North East Scotland
Due to increasing activities and expanding work programme in our Banchory office, an exciting opportunity has arisen in our North Region for an enthusiastic professional with a passion for Forestry. This Forest Manager position may suit someone who is looking for a promotion, with several years of proven operational experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate will have been involved with the management of woodland creations, estate management, liaison directly with a range of clients, preparation and management of budgets, delivering forest plans as well as supporting others within both the management and harvesting teams.
Applicants should have:
1. Demonstrable forestry experience and relevant academic qualifications.
2. Good working knowledge of the UK forest industry.
3. Sound understanding of site planning, working with contractors, and site safety management.
4. Excellent communication and organisation skills.
5. Ability to identify, analyse and solve problems working off their own initiative as part of a wider team.
6. Ability to undertake most aspects of the roles and responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
Applicants must hold a full, valid driving licence which is essential for the role. Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or progressing towards attaining chartered status or another similar professional qualification is preferred. New recruits would be encouraged and supported to achieve these additional qualifications where they are appropriate to the role.
Scottish Woodlands offer:
An attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience, which includes a company vehicle, a generous pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private health care, and the opportunity for equity participation.
The company 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.
Queries about the application process?
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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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Tel: Not Specified | E-mail: | Web: www.scottishwoodlands.co.uk | Closing Date: 16th March 2025
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