Forestry Management

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Forest Manager, Andrew Bronwin and Co. Ltd (Powys, Wales)

A job opportunity exists in Powys within an experienced team of forestry managers for a: Forest manager – a minimum of 2 years experience preferred.

Based in Mid Wales for over 20 years and working throughout Wales and the border counties we are looking for a dedicated person who takes a pride in delivering a quality service.

The company’s work is diverse and interesting with an emphasis on the management of traditional estates, timber harvesting and new woodland creation. The new post provides an excellent opportunity for a manager with some experience to develop his/her woodland management skills.

The work includes woodland management, restocking, woodland creation, timber
harvesting, grant applications, timber harvesting and marketing and GIS mapping.

The remuneration package will be commensurate with experience and will include a
company vehicle and entry into the company pension scheme.

Candidates should be a Chartered member of the Institute of Chartered Foresters
or working towards Chartered status.

Please apply in writing, including a CV, by 30th June 2018 to:
Andrew Bronwin & Co Ltd, Brynllys, 11 High Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys
LD1 6AG, or by emailing office@bronwin.co.uk.

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Forest Management Forester, Forestry Commission Scotland (Huntly)

Background Information

Moray and Aberdeenshire Forest District, located within the North-East of Scotland, covers an area of approximately 58,000ha of woodlands, ranging from Coastal pine forests in Moray to productive upland spruce forests and the iconic pinewoods of Speyside and Deeside and peri-urban woodlands on the outskirts of Aberdeen City.

The district is silviculturally diverse with a high proportion of continuous cover forestry and large thinning programme. The unit welcomes c1.8million visitors annually with key recreational centres at Bennachie, Countesswells and Culbin.

The District is headed up by the Forest District Manager, and operations are managed by the Area Operations Manager.

The district has a harvesting programme of approximately 350KM3 OBS per annum. The restocking programme varies and is currently around the 700ha, with 1-200ha of new planting being delivered each year. This Forest Management work is divided into 3 beats with each Forester being responsible for all of the FM activities in their beat including contracts for new woodland creation.

Purpose of the Job

Contribute to the Scottish Forestry Strategy and District Strategic plan by supporting the Area Operations Manager in operationally planning, implementing and monitoring the FM work programme in the central beat of the Forest District. This work programme consists of restock and associated maintenance (beat up, weeding, top-up spraying, aerial fertiliser etc.), it also includes an element of new woodland creation.

Delivery will be in line with the UK Woodland Assurance Standard (UKWAS) and internal policy standards, with particular emphasis on health, safety and the environment.

Key Work Areas

  • Operationally plan a rolling 5 year cycle of restock programme.
  • Input into the Forest Management Work Plan process.
  • Deliver a proportion of the Forest District restock programme.
  • Deliver a maintenance programme associated with the 5 year SDA process (and beyond where required).
  • Compile annual business plans for allocated programme.
  • Undertake Business Monitoring exercises every quarter and update cash
    expenditure sheets on a routine basis.
  • Support the delivery of procurement processes associated with FM Framework and Medium Term Contracts.
  • Mentor, support and manage a Works Supervisor.
  •  Contract manage health, safety and environment standards associated with the delivery contractor base.

For more information and to apply, click here

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Senior Forest Manager, Prior and Rickett Silviculture (Oxfordshire)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic and accomplished forestry consultancy as a Senior Forest Manager based in Oxfordshire.

Pryor & Rickett are seeking an established forest manager with a minimum of 5 years’ experience to deliver a professional and client-focused woodland management service throughout Oxfordshire, Berkshire & Buckinghamshire from our Mixbury office.

Working within a diverse portfolio, experience of lowland forestry would be an advantage. A working knowledge of UKFS, UKWAS and Countryside Stewardship is essential. You will hold a relevant forestry degree and will have achieved, or be working towards, ICF chartered status.

Remuneration package will be commensurate with experience and will include the private use of a company vehicle and entry into our stakeholder pension scheme.

Application forms and further information on the role are available via http://www.silviculture.co.uk/forest-manager-vacancy/, by e-mailing mail@silviculture.co.uk or by calling 01432 851311.

Closing Date: 11th May 2018

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Woodland/Assistant Consultant, Eamonn Wall & Co (Central Scotland)

We are a dynamic professional practice providing our clients with a complete consultancy and management service in forestry and arboriculture. We place much emphasis on personal development, quality project implementation and customer care.

With a member of staff returning home to Canada, we now seek to recruit two professionals to join our team at Dollar located by the picturesque Ochil Hills in Central Scotland.

  • Post 1 Woodland Consultant – £30–43k
  • Post 2 Assistant Consultant – £22–28k

Duties are varied, depending on your experience, including woodland design and management, investment and estate forestry, timber harvesting and marketing, landscape design, tree surveys and arboricultural advice, tree planting projects, valuations, grant applications and contract management.

Tasks will also include GIS mapping and writing detailed management plans and
reports. A personable, detailed and professional approach is required as are good GIS skills.

Remuneration package includes salary, car, pension, payment of professional fees and a profit share scheme.

Please submit your letter of application by 31st May 2018 supported by a full CV to:

Eamonn Wall BSc MSc TechCertArb DipGD FICFor
Director/Consultant
Eamonn Wall & Co
Woodland Design and Management
15 West Burnside, Dollar
Clackmannanshire, FK14 7DP

Telephone: 01259 743212

Email: consultants@eamonnwall.co.uk

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Forest/Senior Forest Manager, Tilhill Forestry (Midlands)

Working in either a Forest Manager or Senior Forest Manager capacity – dependent on your level of experience – this is a key role responsible for delivering a high-quality woodland management service. Day to day, this will include preparation of client estimates, production of reports, implementation and control of work programmes and grant applications.

The position will also involve helping to develop our forest management portfolio and on-going forestry related opportunities in the Midlands Area. Ideally, we are looking for the following skills and experience:

  • Relevant academic qualifications.
  • Strong commercial acumen and at least 3 years’ operational experience, depending on grade.
  • Strong client relationship management skills.
  • Good knowledge of the UK Forestry Standard & UKWAS.
  • Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or another relevant professional body is desirable.

In return, we offer an attractive salary and benefits package, plus theexciting prospect of being welcomed into a talented and well motivated team, together with first class opportunities for personal and career development in a truly national and integrated company.

To apply, email your CV and cover letter, clearly stating the position and
area you are applying for, to careers@tilhill.com.

Closing Date for Applications: 18th May 2018

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Woodland Project Officer, United Utilities (Cumbria)

To support the Woodland Officer in the effective management, maintenance, conservation, protection and improvement of the Company’s trees and woodlands throughout the catchment team area, in order to protect water quality, provide amenity & enhance reputation and maximise sustainable profits.

Job Accountabilities

  • Contribute to the implementation of forest design and management plans for each estate, which should include regular inspection, monitoring and identification of infrastructure deficiencies and dangerous damaged or dead trees and maintenance plans in line with the UKWAS (United Kingdom Woodland Assurance Scheme) and maintenance of Forest Certification.
  • Represent United Utilities at meeting with Local Authorities, Utility companies, contractors etc ensuring that the Company’s interests are protected and the Company’s reputation is enhanced.
  • Carry out accurate surveying and mensuration of sites and crops prior to the letting of contracts and sales of produce, monitor works in progress and provide an accurate measurement of completed works to allow payment to be made to Contractors.
  • Direct and monitor Company employees, contractors, timber merchants and other persons working on trees and woodlands on the Company’s estates, ensuring that contract specifications are adhered to and the work is completed to an agreed standard
  • Ensure that any contractors employed by the Company on tree or woodland works, carry out work in a safe manner and to provide and receive risk assessment and method statements for all proposed works within the requirements of Health & Safety legislation and Company policy & procedures
  • Inspect and report on the condition of specific areas of woodland as directed by the Woodland Officer, including the condition of boundary fences and walls, drains and ditches, access roads, standing trees and damaged, dead or diseased trees
  • Identify and investigate and items of concern or proposals for improvement in connection with existing woodlands or new sites, and recommend solutions for discussion with the Woodland Manager to facilitate the continuing maintenance and improvement of the Company’s woodland asset
  • Inspect and report on the condition of trees and woodlands, identifying any future thinning, felling, maintenance work and recommended remedial actions for other UUNW departments, Tenants or external customers
  • Support the Woodland Officer in the day to day management of the Company’s woodland areas

Knowledge and Skills

  • HNC Forestry or equivalent qualification
  • Understanding of modern forestry strategy and practice including the England forest strategy
  • Understanding of health and safety in forestry
  • Significant experience in the woodland industry with a wide range of contract management and technical experience
  • Good Team-worker
  • Excellent planning and control skills
  • Contract management knowledge
  • Communications skills
  • IT skills
  • Good communicator

Additional Information
The Northern Catchments are very rugged and much of our woodland estate is on steep challenging terrain in high rainfall areas requiring tenacity and determination to access remote areas on foot, therefore a willingness and ability to work on very rugged and steep Lakeland terrain

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age.

If you are offered a job with us, a number of pre-employment checks need to be carried out before your appointment can be confirmed. Any offer of employment with United Utilities will be subject to a satisfactory checking report from the Disclosure Scotland / the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For more information and to apply, Click here.

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Forest Manager, Scottish Woodlands Ltd (Central Scotland)

As part of our development plan in Central Scotland, a vacancy has arisen for a suitably qualified Forest Manager to join our progressive team to service both our existing client base and expanding business. We service this area from our Perth office.

The role involves all aspects of woodland establishment, restructuring and management from planning through to harvesting. The position includes the requirement to prepare and manage budgets, report writing, grant scheme applications, cost control, planning of operations and site supervision.

Applicants must be self-motivated and capable of working on their own initiative and as part of our expanding professional team. The successful applicant is required to have proven operational experience, ideally a minimum of 3 years and must have a good understanding of the Scottish Forestry Grant Scheme. Candidates should be Chartered or working toward Chartered status. Experience of new woodland creation would be desirable but not essential.

In addition, the applicant should have a good working knowledge and understanding of site planning, working with contractors and site safety management, along with good communication skills and organisational ability.

Applicants should have relevant academic qualifications and hold a current valid driving licence.

In return, Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes, pension, life assurance, private healthcare, company vehicle and the opportunity for equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff.

Applications should be made in writing (stating current salary), along with CV to the email address below.

hr@scottishwoodlands.co.uk

Closing date for applications: 11th May 2018

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Forestry Manager, Tilhill Forestry (South Argyll)

This role involves woodland management and forestry contracting including:

  • Preparation of client estimates,reports,
  • implementation and control of work programmes,
  • overseeing harvesting operations,
  • grant applications
  • woodland creation projects from design to establishment.

Also assisting with the expansion of our forest management portfolio.

We seek applicants with:

  • Relevant academic qualifications.
  • At least 3 years’ operational experience.
  • Potential for Senior Forest Manager appointment for experience over 5 years.
  • Good commercial acumen.
  • The ability to demonstrate highly successful client relationship
    management skills.
  • Good knowledge of the UK Forestry Standard and UKWAS would be advantageous.
  • Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or another
    relevant professional body is desirable.

Candidates should be highly motivated, possess good organisation, communication and supervisory skills, have a good level of IT competence and the ability to apply high professional standards in a thriving commercially driven business.

In return we offer an attractive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to be welcomed into a thriving and well-motivated team, together with first class opportunities for personal and career development in a truly national and integrated company.

To apply, email your CV and cover letter to careers@tilhill.com clearly stating
the position you are applying for.

Closing date: Friday 20th April 2018.

Remember to mention UKForestryJobs.com when applying

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Forestry Works Supervisor, Tilhill Forestry (Inverness)

Tilhill Forestry, the UK’s leading Forestry Management Company, has an exciting opportunity to join our North Highland team as a Forestry Works Supervisor.

This is a key role responsible for delivering a high-quality woodland management service. Day to day, this will include sub-contractor supervision, site surveys, quality assessments, reporting to forest management team, general forest management visits and a wide range of other engaging tasks.

Ideally, we are looking for the following attributes, skills and experience:

  • Proven experience in site and personnel management.
  • Ability to interpret and follow instruction.
  • Proven experience and ability to instruct and monitor operations (quality
    control and ensuring specifications met).
  • Relevant practical forest industry experience (establishment and maintenance).
  • Strong communication and time management skills.
  • Ability to make decisions and solve problems in practical environments.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of team.
  • Ability to manage/prioritise workload.
  • Strong organisational skills.Good level of IT competence.
  • Ability to apply high professional standards in a thriving, commercially
    driven business.
  • Strong work ethic.

Full Driving Licence essential. Trailer licence desirable.

Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or another relevant professional body or working towards it, is desirable.

Candidates should be highly motivated, driven, enthusiastic, reliable and adaptable.

In return we offer an attractive salary and benefits package, plus the exciting prospect of being welcomed into a dynamic and well-motivated team, together with first class opportunities for personal and career development in a truly national and integrated company.

To apply, email your CV and cover letter, clearly stating the position and area you are applying for to careers@tilhill.com.

Closing date: 19th March 2018.

Remember to mention UKForestryJobs.com when applying

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Forestry Manager, Savills (Haddington)

We have an exciting opportunity to take an important role in our Forestry Department at our Haddington Office.

With a relevant qualification and experience in a similar role, you will be a professional member of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or be working towards membership. Able to identify and develop opportunities for profitable business growth you will have a sound technical forestry knowledge and understanding of business practice, legislation and relevant current issues.

You will be able to work on your own initiative but also as an integral part of a professional land management team. With good communication and computer skills, you will undertake forestry and arboricultural management on a range of properties which will include budgeting and operations planning, contract organisation and supervision and liaison with Agencies, Clients and Client’s staff.

Travel to other offices within the UK may be required.

This is an opportunity to take an important position within our Forestry Department and for the right person we can offer an excellent career structure with opportunities for progression together with a competitive pay and benefits package.

To apply please send your CV to Andy Greathead, Savills, Haddington
House, 28 Sidegate, Haddington EH41 4BU no later than 19th March 2018.
Contact: agreathead@savills.com

Please mention UKForestryJobs.com when applying.