Forest Craftsperson (FLS)

Forestry and Land; Straiton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Forestry and Land Scotland is seeking a Forest Craftsperson to join our South Region Land Management Team. The role is based at Straiton, permanent and full-time.

You’ll work outdoors in all weather, supporting a programme of forest management and stewardship activities, including chainsaw work, tree planting, deer and stock fencing maintenance and weed control. Training, safety, and mapping tools are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Motivated to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and maintain safety.
• Willingness to learn and develop through training and mentoring.
• Hold or be willing to gain industry certifications in chainsaw, brushcutter and pesticide application.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of forest management and stewardship activities.
• Carry out chainsaw work, windblow clearance, tree felling, and planting.
• Maintain deer and stock fencing and perform weed control.
• Assist with visitor facility maintenance and estate upkeep.
• Work with teams to prioritise annual work programmes and maintain health and safety.

Skills

Outdoor work

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Chainsaw certification

Brushcutter certification

Pesticide application certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job profile for Forest Craftsperson (FLS)

Forest Craftsperson (FLS)

location_on Straiton 22/11/2026

Job details

Salary £30,414 - £31,814 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions. Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time Region South Date posted 06/11/2026 Job reference REQ1267 Attachments Job Description Success Profile - Forest Craftsperson Straiton (2).docx

Job description

We’re looking for a Forest Craftsperson to join our South Region Land Management Team. You’ll be based out of our Straiton office, with the role offered on a permanent, full-time basis.

As Forest Craftsperson, you’ll predominantly work outdoors in all weather conditions, often in remote and challenging environments. You’ll support the delivery of a varied programme of forest management and stewardship activities, including chainsaw work, windblow clearance, tree felling, tree planting, deer and stock fencing maintenance and weed control. You’ll also assist with visitor facility maintenance, estate upkeep, environmental management work and supporting colleagues across a range of operational activities. Working closely with Foresters and Worksite Supervisors, you’ll help prioritise and deliver annual work programmes while maintaining high standards of health and safety. The role also includes attending training courses, using technology and mapping systems in the field, and supporting other teams when required.

To be successful, you’ll be a motivated individual with a genuine passion for working outdoors. You’ll have strong problem-solving skills, be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrate good communication skills. Excellent time management and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritise workloads and work safely and efficiently. You should be confident using computers and Microsoft Office applications and be willing to learn and develop through training and mentoring opportunities. You’ll also need to hold, or be willing to gain, industry-standard certification in chainsaw operation, brushcutter use and pesticide application. Desirable experience includes forestry operations such as tree planting, tree work and deer or stock fencing, together with knowledge and experience of applying health and safety principles in the workplace.

Please see our benefits package for the full range of benefits available to employees.