Forest Establishment Lead — Field Operations

Westonbirt Arboretum - Forestry England; Cannock Wood; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Free parking

Free entry to Westonbirt Arboretum & B

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Westonbirt Arboretum - Forestry England is recruiting for an Establishment Forest Works Supervisor. The role supports district-wide tree crop establishment, coordinates beat teams, and supervises tractors and contractor resources to ensure timely delivery.

You will work to high safety and quality standards, managing planting contracts and coordinating across teams. The position is based at two potential sites, with a permanent, full-time arrangement and a 37-hour week.

Responsibilities

• Support beat teams to deliver ground prep, restocking and establishment of future tree crops across the district.
• Coordinate with beat teams, supervise establishment tractors and contractors' resources, and supervise planting and establishment contracts.
• Complete works to high health & safety and quality standards, meeting targets within the time frame.
• Work closely with the team to solve problems and manage challenges, and be self-motivated to work independently when required.

Job description

Westonbirt Arboretum - Forestry England is recruiting for an Establishment Forest Works Supervisor. The role supports district-wide tree crop establishment, coordinates beat teams, and supervises tractors and contractor resources to ensure timely delivery.

You will work to high safety and quality standards, managing planting contracts and coordinating across teams. The position is based at two potential sites, with a permanent, full-time arrangement and a 37-hour week.