(Assistant) Forest Manager

Confederation of Forest Industries; Lochgilphead, Dunoon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forestry organization in the UK is seeking a Forestry Works Manager to join their Lochgilphead office. The ideal candidate will have substantial forestry experience and academic qualifications, drive initiatives to enhance woodland management, and maintain strong communication with clients. The position offers an attractive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within a motivated team.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Generous pension scheme

Private health care

Opportunity for equity participation

Qualifications

• Demonstrable forestry experience and relevant academic qualifications.
• Good working knowledge of the UK forest industry.
• Understanding of site planning, contractors, and site safety management.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to forest and woodland management activities.
• Prepare and manage budgets for forest plans.
• Support management and harvesting teams.

Skills

Forestry experience

Knowledge of forest and woodland management

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant academic qualifications

Job description

Due to increasing activities and expanding work programme, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic professional with a passion for Forestry in either our Dunoon OR Lochgilphead office. We are looking for someone who will complement our dynamic team and be able to contribute using their relevant skills and experience. The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of forest and woodland management, woodland creation, estate management, liaison directly with a range of clients & stakeholders, preparation and management of budgets, delivering forest plans as well as supporting others within both the management and harvesting teams.

Applicants should have ...
demonstrable forestry experience and relevant academic qualifications, however, there would be the opportunity to receive relevant training across a range of topics for the right candidate. Candidates should have a good working knowledge of the UK forest industry with a good, demonstrable understanding of site planning, working with contractors and site safety management. Candidates will be commercially aware and have a sound knowledge and understanding of the rural sector.

Excellent communication and organisational skills are required, together with the ability to identify, analyse and solve problems using their own initiative as part of a wider team. The ability to undertake most aspects of the roles and responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager is important for this position.

Applicants must hold a full, valid driving licence. Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or progressing towards attaining chartered status or another similar professional qualification is encouraged. New recruits would be 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 its staff and applicants will, after a qualifying period, be able to participate in our share ownership scheme. Applicants will also be given excellent personal and career development opportunities and will be part of a highly professional, motivated team.

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