Remote Woodland & Countryside Advisor

Yorkshire Water; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 33,795 - 42,069; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive related bonus (up to £1,000)

Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellness days

Health cash plan scheme

Job summary

A leading water management company in the UK is seeking a Woodland & Countryside Advisor to manage compliance across their woodland estate and contribute to net zero objectives. The role requires a degree in a relevant field and over five years of experience in forestry or environmental management. You will be involved in stakeholder engagement, project planning, and income generation through grant opportunities. This position offers a permanent contract with attractive benefits including a bonus, pension scheme, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of practical experience in forestry or arboriculture.
• General understanding of nature conservation and recreation.
• Awareness of health and safety systems for countryside work.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance across the woodland estate.
• Develop and implement forest management plans.
• Engage with stakeholders and statutory bodies.
• Contribute to net zero targets through woodland projects.

Skills

Compliance with plant health regulations

FSC certification and audit compliance

Stakeholder engagement and management

Project development and delivery

Income generation and grant compliance

Communication and interpersonal skills

IT competency, especially in MS Office

Education

Degree in arboriculture or forestry-related subject

Job description

A leading water management company in the UK is seeking a Woodland & Countryside Advisor to manage compliance across their woodland estate and contribute to net zero objectives. The role requires a degree in a relevant field and over five years of experience in forestry or environmental management. You will be involved in stakeholder engagement, project planning, and income generation through grant opportunities. This position offers a permanent contract with attractive benefits including a bonus, pension scheme, and development opportunities.