Harvesting and Marketing

If you’re looking for a job in harvesting or timber marketing, you’re in the right place. We’ve got everything from machine operators to senior harvesting manager vacancies right here. Check back regularly for updates.

Euroforest Ltd is the largest independent timber harvesting & marketing company in the UK. We harvest and market in excess of 2 million m³ of timber per annum. Based from our office in Sandwich, Kent and living in the operational area, this is an opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to join a leading company in the forest products industry.

This role requires a self-motivated, professional individual who has an ability to build relationships at all levels to manage an area under the guidance of an experienced manager. A commercial outlook and an ability to work as part of a team, together with experience in timber harvesting are necessary for this position.

Excellent organisational, communication and IT skills are desirable, but above all we are seeking someone with enthusiasm and the drive to succeed.

  • Applicants should ideally hold a degree or equivalent qualification in forestry, or have relevant practical experience. Preferably candidates would be Chartered or working toward Chartered status.
  • A current UK driving licence is required.
  • Benefits will include a competitive salary, company vehicle and pension.

For further info, including an application form, please contact: louise.jones@euroforest.co.uk by 20th April 2018

Please send your Application Form, together with a CV, to:
Euroforest Limited, Unit 5, The Old Crossroads, Station Road, Verwood, Dorset. BH31 7PU

Please mention UK Forestry Jobs when applying.

Tilhill Forestry has an exciting opportunity to join our harvesting team as a Harvesting Contracts Manager.

Key responsibilities include assisting with the management of timber harvesting operations with specific responsibility for all aspects of site management, harvesting production and logistics.

The successful candidate will be expected to take on the Forestry Work Manager role and report to the Area Timber Buyer.

We are looking for the following attributes, skills and experience:

  • Relevant supervisory experience.
  • Safety, environmental and commercial awareness.
  • Ability to work within tight deadlines.
  • Ability to lead teams effectively.
  • Ability to manage day to day relationships with contractors, hauliers,
    suppliers and customers.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced changing commercial environment.
  • Self-motivation.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Team player qualities.
  • Full Driving Licence.

In return we offer an attractive salary and benefits package, together with excellent opportunities for personal and career development in a truly national and integrated company.

To apply, email your CV and CV supplementary form, which you can
download from our website, clearly stating the position you are applying for,
to: careers@tilhill.com.

Closing date: Tuesday 10th April 2018

Euroforest Ltd is the largest independent timber harvesting & marketing company in the UK. We harvest and market in excess of 2 million m³ of timber per annum. Based from our Gretna office, whilst living in their operational area, this is an opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to join a leading company in the forest products industry

This role requires a self-motivated, professional individual who has an ability to build relationships at all levels to assist in managing & supervising an area under the guidance of an experienced manager. A commercial outlook and an ability to work as part of a team, together with experience in timber harvesting are necessary for this position. Excellent organisational, communication and IT skills are desirable, but above all we are seeking someone with enthusiasm and the drive to succeed.

  • Applicants should ideally hold a degree/HND or equivalent qualification in forestry, or have relevant practical experience.
  • A current UK driving licence is required.
  • Benefits will include a competitive salary, company vehicle and pension.

For further information, including an Application Form, please contact:

louise.jones@euroforest.co.uk by 20th April 2018

Please send your Application Form, together with a CV, to:

Euroforest Limited, Unit 5, The Old Crossroads, Station Road, Verwood, Dorset. BH31 7PU

Remember to mention UK Forestry Jobs when you apply.

Due to continued growth, A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products requires a Junior Sales Person to provide support to our current Sales Team whilst developing with the business. The position will be based at our Penrith Office.

The position will involve:

  • Gathering market and customer information
  • General Administration & Order Processing
  • Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers
  • Visiting potential customers for new business
  • Advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions

The successful candidate must be self-motivated, an excellent communicator with a professional manner, and an entrepreneurial outlook. They will be well organised, efficient, numerate and have excellent Microsoft Office skills.

Please forward your C.V. to Tracey Taylor, HR, A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, CA10 2EY or by email to tracey.taylor@awjenkinson.co.uk.

Closing date for applications: 19th March 2018

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Remember to mention UKForestryJobs.com when applying.

A tractor/timber crane operator is required to operate a New Holland T8 and timber crane.

obs in forestry new holland tractor with timber crane fitted

Essential:

  • Tractor and timber crane experience essential.
  • Must have mechanical knowledge and
  • Be willing to make minor repairs if necessary.

You will be working in Argyll for summer 2018 but based in Ayr. You must be willing to travel and stay on site if far from home. An HGV licence and lorry driving experience is also preferable.

Good hourly rate and company van supplied.

Call Adam: 07792804273 or Email adam@ianhowieforestry.co.uk

Remember to mention UKForestryJobs.com when applying.

Tilhill Forestry has an immediate opportunity to join our Highland Region as a Harvesting Manager on the west coast of Scotland.

The Harvesting Manager is a senior position involving the purchase and sale of roundwood timber.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the valuation and purchase of standing timber parcels, engagement and supervision of teams to undertake the harvesting and haulage, together with the management of staff as required to fulfil the work programme.

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

  • At least 5 years operational management experience in forestry or other relevant industry.
  • Ability to value parcels of standing timber.
  • Safety, environmental and commercial awareness.
  • Ability to work within tight deadlines.
  • Ability to manage people effectively.
  • Ability to manage day to day relationships with suppliers and customers.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced changing commercial environment.
  • Self-motivation.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Team player qualities.
  • Full Driving Licence.

In return we offer an attractive salary and benefits package, together with excellent opportunities for personal and career development in a truly national and integrated company.

To apply, email your CV and CV supplementary form, which you can download from our website, clearly stating the position you are applying for to: careers@tilhill.com.

Closing date: Friday 2nd March 2018.

Remember to mention UKForestryJobs.com when applying.

Check out our other Tilhill vacancies:

Graduate Development Programme (Various)

Harvesting Contracts Managers (Various)

Tilhill Forestry are looking to recruit Harvesting Contracts Managers to assist with the management of timber harvesting operations with specific responsibility for all aspects of site management, harvesting production and logistics.

The successful candidate will be expected to take on the Forestry Work Manager role and report to the Area Harvesting Manager.

We are seeking individuals with relevant experience who are self-motivated and can work within and lead teams effectively, managing our day to day relationship with key suppliers and customers and be ambitious in developing the business.

You should be able to react to a fast paced changing commercial environment and possess relevant management or supervisory experience. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, demonstrating a good safety, environmental and commercial awareness, and overall be a team player.

In return we offer an attractive salary and benefits package, together with excellent opportunities for personal and career development in a truly national and integrated company.

To apply, email your CV and CV supplementary form, which you can download from our website, clearly stating the position you are applying for, to: careers@tilhill.com.

Closing date: 2nd March 2018.

Remember to mention UKForestrjobs.com when applying.