Assistant Forest Manager: Woodland Projects & Grants

Footprint Forestry; Legbourne, Broughton, West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Footprint Forestry is seeking an assistant forest manager to support existing workload and welcome new enquiries. Based in the United Kingdom, the role involves working on commercial conifer forestry as well as ecological and recreational woodland projects for a range of clients, from small woodland owners to large estates.

You will join an experienced team, contribute to woodland assessments, mapping, grant applications, licences, and supervision of harvesting and planting operations.

Qualifications

• Must be diligent and professional with high-quality client service.
• Able to work in a team and independently.
• Strong communication with colleagues, clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Proficient in IT systems, Office 365, and GIS.
• Solid forestry and woodland management knowledge.
• Knowledge of Countryside Stewardship grant scheme, EWCO, and UK Forest Standard.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Relevant forestry qualification.
• ICF membership or working towards Professional Membership Entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with current projects and liaise with clients and contractors.
• As experience develops, take over projects and new clients.
• Carry out woodland assessment & survey, mapping, reports and woodland management plans.
• Apply for grants and Felling Licences.
• Organise and supervise harvesting, extraction, timber sales, planting/restocking, maintenance and tending.
• Rhododendron control and boundary repairs.

Skills

Diligent

Teamwork

Communication

Office 365 & GIS

Forestry knowledge

Grant schemes knowledge

Problem solving

Driving licence

Education

Relevant forestry qualification

ICF membership in progress

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Footprint Forestry is seeking an assistant forest manager to support existing workload and welcome new enquiries. Based in the United Kingdom, the role involves working on commercial conifer forestry as well as ecological and recreational woodland projects for a range of clients, from small woodland owners to large estates.

You will join an experienced team, contribute to woodland assessments, mapping, grant applications, licences, and supervision of harvesting and planting operations.