Assistant Forest Manager

Confederation of Forest Industries; Lochgilphead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forestry management company seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Forest Manager in Lochgilphead. Ideal candidates will possess operational experience in forestry operations and woodland management, be commercially driven, and have strong communication and problem-solving skills. Excellent career development opportunities and comprehensive benefits are offered, including support for professional qualifications.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Permanent health insurance

Private health care

Opportunity for equity participation

Qualifications

• Demonstrable forestry experience required with knowledge of UK forest industry.
• Qualifications preferred; industry experience encouraged.
• Ability to undertake responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and management of budgets and delivery of forest plans.
• Liaise with clients and manage site safety.
• Work collaboratively within a team environment.

Skills

Forestry experience

Site planning

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant academic qualifications

Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Lochgilphead office for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for forestry. This Assistant Forest Manager position may suit someone who is looking for career progression, with proven operational experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate will have experience of forestry operations, woodland creation, rural land management, and liaison with a range of clients. A track record with preparation and management of budgets, delivering forest plans as well as supporting others within a team environment would be desirable. Qualifications are advantageous but not a requirement, candidates with relevant industry experience are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should have ...
demonstrable forestry experience and relevant academic qualifications are preferred, however, there will be the opportunity to receive relevant training across a range of topics for the right candidate. This position may also suit someone with environmental, geography, agricultural or rural surveying background.

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 driven and have a sound knowledge and understanding of the rural sector. Excellent communication and organisation skills are required, together with the ability to identify, analyse and solve problems working off 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 the Assistant Forest Manager role.

Applicants must hold a full, valid driving licence which is essential for the role. 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 staff. 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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Scottish Woodlands is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK.

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Closing Date: 25th July 2025

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