Forestry Trainee

Forest of Marston Vale Trust; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest of Marston Vale Trust is offering two unique, paid 1-year trainee roles in forestry. This opportunity provides hands-on experience ranging from tree planting to habitat management, giving candidates the chance to gain valuable industry-recognised qualifications and essential skills within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Access to training budget

Qualifications

• Young individuals looking to kickstart a career in forestry.
• Hands-on experience across various aspects of lowland forestry.
• Industry-recognised qualifications are gained through training.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in tree planting and habitat management.
• Practical outdoor work and planning regulations.
• Complete short placements with partner organisations.

Skills

Chainsaw use

Woodland planning

Job description

Are you a young person looking to kickstart a career in forestry?

We’re offering two unique, paid 1-year trainee roles designed to give you hands-on experience across all aspects of lowland forestry. From tree planting to habitat management, and from practical outdoor work to planning and regulations, this is your chance to gain industry-recognised qualifications while working as part of our experienced Forest Team.

You’ll also complete short placements with a range of partner organisations, and have access to a training budget to help you build essential skills – everything from chainsaw use to woodland planning.

Closing date: 17th July
First interviews: 28th July
Second interviews: 1st August
Start date: 1st September

Please ensure that you are available for both interview dates before applying. To apply, please complete the application form and email to [e-mail]

Job description

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