Forest Manager – Hampshire - Competitive salary + Company Vehicle (Business & personal use) + B[...]

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Forest Manager to lead a dynamic forestry team in Hampshire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage diverse forestry properties, ensuring effective planning, operations, and client relations. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience in forest management, strong commercial acumen, and a solid understanding of UK forestry regulations. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers competitive benefits, including a company vehicle for both business and personal use. If you're passionate about forestry and ready for a new challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle for business and private use

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Continuous professional development

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in forest management, especially in a lowland context.
• Understanding of UKFS, UKWAS, and silvicultural practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse forestry properties, including planning and operations.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to develop business.

Skills

Forest Management

Client Engagement

Commercial Acumen

Knowledge of UK Forestry Regulations

IT Proficiency (Office 365, GIS)

Education

Qualification in Forestry or Land Management

Tools

GIS Mapping

Job description

Forest Manager
Forest Manager – Hampshire - Competitive salary + Company Vehicle (Business & personal use) + Benefits!

The Job:

Are you an experienced forestry professional seeking an exciting new challenge? We are looking for a Senior Forest Manager to join a dynamic forestry team in the South East, based in Hampshire. This role offers the opportunity to manage diverse forestry properties, with responsibilities including planning, operations, client relations, and business development.

The Company:

A leading provider of timber harvesting and marketing services across the UK, working with a diverse client base. They harvest over 2.1 million cubic metres of timber annually, covering activities from first thinning to clear felling, marketing standing trees, roadside purchases, and using various transport systems to supply customers from small mills to major processors in the UK and Europe. They pride themselves on an independent and innovative approach, ensuring seamless processes from harvesting to haulage, maximising woodland owner returns.

The Candidate:

1. Proven experience in forest management, especially in a lowland context
2. A relevant academic qualification (Forestry, Land Management, or related discipline)
3. Experience in client and stakeholder engagement
4. Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of UK forestry regulations
5. Understanding of UKFS, UKWAS, and silvicultural practices
6. IT proficiency, including Office 365 and GIS mapping
7. A full UK driving licence
8. Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters (or similar) is desirable

The Package:

• Competitive salary
• Company Vehicle for business and private use
• Pension scheme and enhanced annual leave
• Continuous professional development and career growth opportunities
• Cycle-to-work scheme and other benefits

Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director, at [e-mail].

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