Forest Manager – Home & Site Based Woodlands Lead

English Woodlands Forestry Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A forestry management company in the South East is seeking Assistant Forest Managers and Forest Managers to oversee woodland management and play a key role in the team. The Assistant role welcomes all applicants, providing growth potential towards managerial responsibilities. Strong communication skills and a UK driving license are essential. Excellent benefits include a company pension and funded training.

Benefits

Company pension

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Profit-related bonus after one year

Company uniform and boot allowance

Funded training and professional fees

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK Forestry Standard required.
• Experience in contract management and timber sales preferred.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee woodland management for allocated estates.
• Prepare budgets and financial statements.
• Conduct silvicultural assessments and reporting.
• Engage stakeholders and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Practical/commercial forestry operations experience

Knowledge of lowland silviculture and the UK Forestry Standard

Budgeting and financial management capability

Proven client communication skills

GIS proficiency (ArcGIS preferable)

Understanding of forestry grants, regulations and industry standards

Full UK driving licence

Education

Relevant academic qualifications (e.g., forestry or land management)

Job description

A forestry management company in the South East is seeking Assistant Forest Managers and Forest Managers to oversee woodland management and play a key role in the team. The Assistant role welcomes all applicants, providing growth potential towards managerial responsibilities. Strong communication skills and a UK driving license are essential. Excellent benefits include a company pension and funded training.