Apprentice Forest Craftsperson: Hands-On Timber & Work

Forestry England; Wyke; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Holiday entitlement

Staff discounts

Free parking

Free entry to arboretums

Career development

Job summary

Forestry England is offering an Apprenticeship for an Apprentice Forest Craftsperson. You will gain hands-on experience working with forest craftspeople across operations from planting to harvesting within the UK timber industry.

The role is 37 hours per week with a fixed term appointment until 30/09/2028, with potential extension or permanency, and a salary of £24,492 per annum. Join a passionate team dedicated to managing forests for people, wildlife, and sustainable timber.

Responsibilities

• You will work alongside forest craftspeople and beat teams to gain practical experience whilst following a structured training programme. You will contribute to practical operations creating, maintaining, and harvesting forests as part of the UK timber industry. You will be trained to obtain the necessary and training and awards to achieve the Level 3 Forest Craftsperson Apprenticeship.

Job description

Forestry England is offering an Apprenticeship for an Apprentice Forest Craftsperson. You will gain hands-on experience working with forest craftspeople across operations from planting to harvesting within the UK timber industry.

The role is 37 hours per week with a fixed term appointment until 30/09/2028, with potential extension or permanency, and a salary of £24,492 per annum. Join a passionate team dedicated to managing forests for people, wildlife, and sustainable timber.