OPERATORS are being sought by one of forestry's biggest names. Scottish Woodlands is among the firms currently looking for staff. 

Here's a look at some of the top jobs you can apply for right now in the industry. 

1) Harvester and forwarder operatives, Scottish Woodlands 

Utilities Division
Full-time position

Description
You will work on our utility vegetation management contracts primarily in relation to new or existing transmission powerlines, wind farms, and general forestry work. Duties will include operation of harvester/forwarder, assisting harvesting sites and processing timber, complying with all project site plans, as well as sustaining and complying with the daily maintenance of plant.

Experience and certification at Forest Machinery Operation (FMO) level for Harvester or/and Forwarder would be desired for this role

APPLY HERE
Closing Date: Friday, March 3

2) Forester, The Bedford Estates 

Desciption
We are seeking an individual who personally aims for excellence to be part of a small team maintaining that aims to provide an environment to be proud of for future generations to enjoy. A broad range of Estate forestry duties including tree felling, planting and maintenance are required on a daily basis.

Managing the natural resources in the Park, the successful candidate will be a hardworking individual who likes to spend much of their time working outside and is confident to work independently.

Applicants must have the following NPTC Chainsaw CS30, CS31 or equivalent

APPLY HERE 

Closing Date: Sunday, March 5

3) Senior Forest Operative, Natural Resources Wales

Location: Mid-South (Aberystwyth or Llanymddyfri office)
Grade & Salary: £37,308 - £40,806 (Grade 6)
Post Number: 200159
Type of contract: Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours Full time, although discussions at interview stage will be welcome.

Description 
The role of the Senior Officer is key in developing tactical plans to deliver annual operational programmes. This requires working closely with teams within NRW as well as suppliers, customers and stakeholders to ensure that these plans are delivered on time as well as to meet qualitative standards and value for money.

The individual will be expected to:

• Develop tactical five year plans covering clearfelling, thinning as well as conversion to Low Impact Silvicultural Systems (LISS), restocking, establishment and maintenance programmes.
• Produce annual budget profiles in collaboration with the Team Leader and regularly report on progress.
• Assess proposed strategic Forest Resource Plans to ensure delivery of a wide range of objectives to meet UK Forestry Standard.
• Support the wider team in terms of management of operations where required.
• Take ownership of managing sub-compartment data.
• Manage specific projects when required.

APPLY HERE

Closing Date: Sunday, February 12

Check out our full list of forestry vacancies here. 

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Dali Dahmane on 0141 302 7759 or
email: dali.dahmane@forestryjournal.co.uk