Forest Manager

Beach Baker; Scotland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Beach Baker are delighted to partner with a leading forestry and woodland management business in Ayrshire to recruit an experienced Forest Manager.

You will manage a varied portfolio of forestry and estate projects, working closely with clients, landowners, contractors and fellow forestry professionals. There is scope to broaden technical experience across silvicultural systems.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the UK forestry sector
• Experience in forest or woodland management
• Strong understanding of operational site planning and contractor management
• Knowledge of site safety and forestry best practice
• Commercial awareness and understanding of the wider rural sector
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team

Responsibilities

• Forest and woodland management.
• Woodland creation and establishment.
• Preparation and delivery of forest plans.
• Estate and land management.
• Client and stakeholder liaison.
• Budget preparation and financial management.
• Managing contractors and forestry operations.
• Site planning and safety management.
• Supporting colleagues across management and harvesting teams.
• Contributing to the continued growth of the local forestry business.

Job description

Forest Manager

Ayrshire | Forestry & Woodland Management

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced forestry professional to join one of the UK's leading forestry management businesses.

Working as part of an established and growing team in Ayrshire, you'll manage a varied portfolio of forestry and woodland projects, working closely with clients, landowners, contractors and other forestry professionals.

Although the position is being advertised at Forest Manager level, applications are equally welcomed from more experienced forestry professionals looking for a new challenge within a well-established and highly regarded business.

The Role

This is a varied position offering exposure to a broad range of forestry, woodland and estate management work.

Responsibilities are likely to include:

• Forest and woodland management
• Woodland creation and establishment
• Preparation and delivery of forest plans
• Estate and land management
• Client and stakeholder liaison
• Budget preparation and financial management
• Managing contractors and forestry operations
• Site planning and safety management
• Supporting colleagues across management and harvesting teams
• Contributing to the continued growth of the local forestry business

There is also scope to become involved in different silvicultural systems, making this particularly attractive to someone looking to broaden their technical experience.

About You

You'll ideally have practical experience within forestry alongside a relevant academic or professional background.

The successful candidate is likely to demonstrate:

• Good knowledge of the UK forestry sector
• Experience of forest or woodland management
• Strong understanding of operational site planning and contractor management
• Knowledge of site safety and forestry best practice
• Commercial awareness and a good understanding of the wider rural sector
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team

Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF), or progress towards Chartered status or another relevant professional qualification, would be welcomed. Support towards appropriate professional qualifications and further training can also be provided.

A full UK driving licence is required.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join a successful forestry business offering a strong combination of professional autonomy, varied project work and long-term career development.

You'll have the chance to work across a broad range of forestry projects, develop trusted relationships with clients and landowners, and build your career within an experienced and supportive team.

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