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Forestry; Aberfoyle, Dumfries, Torlundy; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to sustainable forestry and environmental stewardship. As a Forest Planner, you'll collaborate with specialists to design the forests of tomorrow, ensuring the protection and restoration of natural habitats while responding to climate change. This role offers the opportunity to influence national initiatives and contribute to the care of public lands. If you have a passion for forestry and a commitment to building strong relationships with stakeholders, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree or HND level in Forestry or equivalent.
• Demonstrable knowledge of forest operations and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Design sustainable forests and protect semi-natural habitats.
• Prepare spatial plans and coordinate data and surveys.

Skills

Forest Operations Knowledge

Relationship Building

Spatial Planning (advantageous)

Education

Degree in Forestry

HND in Forestry

Job description

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Job details

We’re looking for Forest Planners to join our planning and environment team in both our South and East Regions (please see Job Description and Success Profile for further information)

The planning and environment teams work closely with other teams and specialists to design sustainable forests of the future, protect and restore semi-natural habitats, respond to climate change and enhance our landscapes. The teams prepare spatial plans, develop work programmes and coordinate and manage data and surveys, as well as contribute to national initiatives and projects to ensure the public land is well cared for.

To be successful, you’ll be qualified to degree or HND level in Forestry or an equivalent. You’ll also require demonstrable knowledge and experience of forest operations and building strong working relationships with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders and regulators. Although previous experience in spatial planning of forestry or analysing spatial information would be advantageous, is not essential.

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If this sounds like a role you’re interested in, we’d encourage you to apply with your CV – please ensure you provide evidence of the essential and desirable criteria detailed on the attached job description and success profile document.