Forester | Woodland Care & Safety Specialist

National Trust; Rothbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

National Trust at Cragside in Rothbury is seeking a Forester to maintain the estate’s woodland health and safety while supporting conservation goals. You will work with the forestry team on practical maintenance and arboricultural tasks, contributing to a safe visitor environment and high presentation standards.

You will be based at Cragside, with training in tree inspections, felling techniques, and forestry equipment operation, while upholding National Trust values and visitor experience

Qualifications

• Experience in arboricultural and woodland work with safety compliance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors.
• Full UK driving licence and relevant certificates are essential.

Responsibilities

• Care for and manage the Cragside estate through practical tree and woodland maintenance.
• Contribute to wildlife conservation work and woodland safety practices.
• Represent the National Trust and communicate conservation work to audiences and contractors.

Skills

Outdoor experience

Health and safety focus

Communication with staff/visitors

Full UK driving licence

Education

Level 2 arboriculture qualification

NPTC tree maintenance certificates (201/202)

CS38/203 climbing certificates

First Aid at Work – Forestry First Aid +F

NPTC tractor, PA1/PA6 spraying

Job description

National Trust at Cragside in Rothbury is seeking a Forester to maintain the estate’s woodland health and safety while supporting conservation goals. You will work with the forestry team on practical maintenance and arboricultural tasks, contributing to a safe visitor environment and high presentation standards.

You will be based at Cragside, with training in tree inspections, felling techniques, and forestry equipment operation, while upholding National Trust values and visitor experience