Forest Manager

Beach Baker; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The role requires strong technical forestry expertise, commercial awareness and the ability to develop long-term client relationships. You will work with a collaborative team to deliver high-quality forest management services.

Qualifications

• Experience in forest management and woodland creation.
• Strong technical forestry knowledge and understanding of industry issues.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of business management principles.
• Knowledge of forestry legislation, grants and environmental policy.
• Experience managing budgets, contracts and operational programmes.
• Good GIS and IT skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client forests and estate woodlands.
• Prepare and implement forest management plans.
• Develop new woodland creation opportunities and support business growth.
• Budget preparation and financial management.
• Plan, procure and supervise forestry operations.
• Contract management and supervision of contractors.
• Prepare grant and funding applications.
• Ensure compliance with forestry legislation and industry best practice.
• Manage health and safety across forestry operations.
• Utilise GIS and digital mapping tools to support project delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Forest management

Woodland creation

Budgeting

Client relationships

GIS

Tools

GIS software

Digital mapping

Job description

Forest Manager

Shropshire | Mid & North Wales | Cheshire

Lead the management of diverse forestry portfolios while helping shape the future of woodland creation across the region.

An established and highly respected forestry consultancy is seeking an experienced Forest Manager to oversee an existing portfolio of commercial forests and estate woodlands while supporting the continued growth of its forestry and woodland creation services.

This is an excellent opportunity for a forestry professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness and enjoys building long-term client relationships. You'll manage a varied portfolio of woodland assets, deliver practical management solutions, and play a key role in identifying and developing new opportunities for woodland creation and forestry investment.

The Role

Working as part of a professional and collaborative management team, you will take responsibility for the delivery of high-quality forest management services across a range of private estates, commercial forestry holdings and rural properties.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of client forests and estate woodlands
• Preparing and implementing forest management plans
• Developing new woodland creation opportunities and supporting business growth
• Budget preparation and financial management
• Planning, procuring and supervising forestry operations
• Contract management and contractor supervision
• Preparing grant and funding applications
• Ensuring compliance with forestry legislation and industry best practice
• Managing health and safety across forestry operations
• Utilising GIS and digital mapping tools to support project delivery
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors and stakeholders

About You

You will be an experienced forestry professional with a solid understanding of modern forestry management and woodland establishment.

You'll likely bring:

• Proven experience in forest management and woodland creation
• Strong technical forestry knowledge and understanding of current industry issues
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of business management principles
• Knowledge of relevant forestry legislation, grants and environmental policy
• Experience managing budgets, contracts and operational programmes
• Good GIS and IT skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship abilities
• The ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively within a wider team

Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied and interesting portfolio across some of the UK's most attractive rural landscapes while contributing to the growth of woodland creation and sustainable land management projects. You'll join a well-established consultancy with a strong reputation within the forestry sector and have the autonomy to develop both client relationships and your own career.

For more information call Dan Cole on 07443 880 834 or e-mail: [e-mail]