HARVESTING MANAGER/SENIOR HARVESTING MANAGER

South East Scotland

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 are currently seeking candidates for the following position:

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with relevant harvesting and marketing experience to join our existing team in South-East Scotland (Melrose).

You will work within the existing Timber Harvesting team and should ideally have an understanding of crop/standing sale assessment, timber marketing, site planning, harvesting systems and working with contractors. The role will involve managing our existing clients, liaising with customers and working closely with Forest Management and Investment colleagues to develop new business.

To be successful in this role you must have demonstrable operational experience and be capable of working on your own initiative. Forestry qualifications are desirable but not essential, suitable experience in a similar role would be considered. The ideal candidate will have professional acumen, be commercially aware and possess excellent communication and organisation skills. Experience of contract/project management and health and safety would all be advantageous for the role.

Candidates must have a current driving licence to perform the remit of the role.

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.

For any queries on the application process, please email hr@scottishwoodlands.co.uk

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Web: www.scottishwoodlands.co.uk |    Closing Date: Monday 21st January 2022

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