Direct Production Forester — Timber Operations Lead

Forestry England; Coleford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Free parking

Arboretum entry

Career development

Job summary

Forestry England in Coleford is seeking a professional to manage the Direct production harvesting programme, ensuring timber operations meet industry best practices and health and safety regulations. The role involves implementing work programmes that align with the district’s strategic plan and working with multiple teams.

The post is based at Bank House, Coleford, with possible travel to remote woods. The West Forest District manages over 37,000ha, and benefits include Civil Service pension,

Qualifications

• Experience in timber operations and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct the production harvesting programme and ensure timber operations meet industry standards and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with other teams to implement work programmes aligned with the district's strategic plan.

Job description

Forestry England in Coleford is seeking a professional to manage the Direct production harvesting programme, ensuring timber operations meet industry best practices and health and safety regulations. The role involves implementing work programmes that align with the district’s strategic plan and working with multiple teams.

The post is based at Bank House, Coleford, with possible travel to remote woods. The West Forest District manages over 37,000ha, and benefits include Civil Service pension,