Forest Manager / Senior Forest Manager

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Forest Manager / Senior Forest Manager, West Bromwich

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Agricultural Recruitment Specialists

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Job Reference:

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7

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Forest Manager – West Midlands -£50,000 DOE + Vehicle+ Pension Scheme + Enhanced Annual Leave

The Job:

Are you an experienced forestry professional looking for an exciting new challenge? We are seeking a Senior Forest Manager to join a dynamic forestry team in the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the management of diverse forestry properties, with responsibilities spanning planning, operations, client relations, and business development.

The Company:

A leading provider of timber harvesting and marketing services across the UK. They work with a diverse range of clients, harvesting over 2.1 million cubic metres of timber annually. Their services cover everything 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. With an independent and innovative approach, they ensure a seamless process from harvesting to haulage, maximizing returns for woodland owners.

The Candidate:

• Proven experience in forest management, particularly in a lowland context
• A relevant academic qualification (Forestry, Land Management, or related discipline)
• Experience in client and stakeholder engagement
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of UK forestry regulations
• Knowledge of UKFS, UKWAS, and silvicultural practices
• IT proficiency, including Office 365 and GIS mapping
• A full UK driving licence

Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters (or similar) is desirable.

The Package:

• Competitive salary circa £50,000 basic DOE
• Company Vehicle, for business and private use
• Pension scheme and enhanced annual leave entitlement
• 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, [emailprotected]

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