The UK Forestry Jobs Newsletter shares the best curated forestry jobs in the UK, from tree planting to director level.
When people think about forestry, they maybe don’t imagine having to write CVs or fill in job applications. But the reality is that most employers are looking for a CV to accompany any job applications.
I see a lot of CVs in this industry. The ones that get the interview usually have three things in common:
Tickets First: Don't bury your NPTC, FMOC or LANTRA qualifications at the bottom. Put them right under your name. Employers want to know that you’re qualified for the job. Timewasters won’t disclose that they’re not qualified but if you put them right at the top, you’ll stand out straight away.
Machinery Specifics: Don't just say 'experienced with chainsaws' or ‘driven a forwarder.’ List the models that you’ve driven, the types of tree work you’ve done, the number of hours on each machine - that shows the level of your experience and knowledge.
The 'Willingness' Factor: If you're entry-level and don’t have much experience, emphasize your outdoor grit. Mention that you love outdoor work, you don’t mind long hours and how you once lived in the back of a pickup truck in California state with a .45 Magnum in case of bears (only if that’s a true story, I knew a guy who did this).
Happy Job Hunting
Jack
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Job Spotlight
In this section we highlight our favourite opportunity each week.
What?: Head of Forestry and Timber
Who?: Forestry England
Where?: Yorkshire
How Much?: £48,765 – £52,557
