FOREST MANAGER, NORTHUMBERLAND

Scottish Woodlands Ltd is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services underpinned by our in-depth market experience, knowledge base and commitment to quality. The business is largely employee owned, and this encourages a dedication and commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and customer focus. Our aim is to understand each client’s specific objectives and then to provide a service which is both flexible and personal.

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Forest Manager to become part of our forestry team operating from our office in Alnwick, Northumberland.

This role involves all aspects of woodland management and includes the requirement to prepare and manage budgets; produce reports; prepare and submit grant scheme applications; monitor and control costs; develop operational plans and be responsible for site supervision.

To be successful in this role, you must be professional, self-motivated, and capable of working on your own as well as within part of our expanding team. You will have demonstrable operational experience in a role at a similar level within the industry, where you have been responsible for the management of Woodland Creation, Estate Management, delivering Forest Plans as well as supporting others within your team. You should also have previous experience engaging with landowners and providing advice based on your breadth of knowledge and in-depth understanding of the Forestry Grant Schemes.

Essential criteria for this role include a relevant academic qualification at degree level/HND or similar; strong organisation and excellent communication skills; high level of IT literacy skills and have sound knowledge of silviculture. As this role will involve frequent travel, a current full driving licence is also essential.

In addition, you should have a good working knowledge and understanding of site planning, working with contractors and site safety management. Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or progressing towards attaining chartered status would be preferred.

Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes pension scheme, life assurance, private health care, company vehicle and the opportunity for equity participation. The company has a unique structure 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 and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice on the careers section of our Webpage.

Applications should be submitted in writing (stating current salary), along with CV.