Harvesting and Marketing Supervisor

Forestry and Land Scotland; Dalbeattie; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forestry management team in Scotland is seeking an experienced Harvesting and Marketing Supervisor to oversee harvesting operations and manage timber marketing. The candidate should have contract management experience in the land management sector and a solid understanding of health and safety standards. This role offers a chance to work in scenic regions with flexible arrangements and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management within the land management sector.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety systems.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise harvesting operations.
• Manage timber marketing.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Contract management

Health and safety knowledge

Modern harvesting techniques

GIS platforms

Job description

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25.09.2025

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Job Description:

Forestry and Land Scotland is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our South Region team as a Harvesting and Marketing Supervisor. This field-based role is central to delivering sustainable forest operations across the Stewartry and Solway area, contributing to climate change mitigation, biodiversity enhancement, and landscape restoration.

About the role

You will be responsible for supervising harvesting operations, managing timber marketing, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. The role involves regular engagement with contractors, foresters, and timber merchants, and requires a strong understanding of forest planning and operational delivery.

About you

Applicants should have experience in contract management within the land management sector, a sound knowledge of health and safety systems, and a full UK driving licence. Familiarity with modern harvesting techniques and GIS platforms is desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in one of Scotland's most scenic regions, with access to flexible working arrangements, a supportive team environment, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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How to apply

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply with your CV and Cover Letter - ensuring you provide evidence of the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the attached job description and success profile.