Paid Placement: Forestry & Land Management

Natural Resources Wales; Bangor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental organization in the United Kingdom is offering a paid placement in forestry or land management starting in September 2026. This opportunity is designed for undergraduate students and requires a mid-year placement. Candidates will assist with monitoring and data collection, support delivery of work plans, and gain valuable experience in various land management practices. Applicants must possess strong communication skills, good ICT skills, and a valid UK driving license, along with a passion for environmental work.

Benefits

28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days

Civil Service Pension Scheme

Commitment to professional development

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Currently undertaking an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline requiring a mid-year placement.
• Good understanding of sustainable forest management.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of work plans.
• Assist with monitoring survey work and data collection.
• Maintain records and information in line with regulations.
• Participate in team meetings and external meetings.
• Interact with peers in NRW to understand team delivery.
• Undertake health and safety duties as required.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Good ICT skills

Ability to build effective working relationships

Enthusiasm and passion for forestry and land management

Education

Undergraduate degree in forestry or land management

Job description

An environmental organization in the United Kingdom is offering a paid placement in forestry or land management starting in September 2026. This opportunity is designed for undergraduate students and requires a mid-year placement. Candidates will assist with monitoring and data collection, support delivery of work plans, and gain valuable experience in various land management practices. Applicants must possess strong communication skills, good ICT skills, and a valid UK driving license, along with a passion for environmental work.