Senior Forest Manager/Forest Manager

Job Description

[Employer hidden] Ltd is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services underpinned by our in-depth market experience, knowledge base and commitment to quality. The business is largely employee owned, and this encourages a dedication and commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and customer focus. Our aim is to understand each client’s specific objectives and then to provide a service which is both flexible and personal.

Due to our increasing activities and expanding work programme in North East Scotland, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Forest Manager / Forest Manager, to join our progressive team to service both our existing client base and expanding business. The successful candidate will be based out of our either our Fochabers or Banchory office.

Requirements

• Demonstrable forestry experience and relevant academic qualifications, however there may be the opportunity to receive relevant training across a range of topics for the right candidate.
• Good working knowledge of the UK forest industry with a good, demonstrable understanding of site planning, working with contractors and site safety management.
• Commercially driven with a sound knowledge and understanding of the rural sector.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Ability to identify, analyse and solve problems working off their own initiative as part of a wider team.
• Ability to undertake most aspects of the roles and responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager is important for the Forest Manager role.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or progressing towards attaining chartered status or another similar professional qualification is preferred. New recruits would be encouraged and supported to achieve these additional qualifications where they are appropriate to the role.

Benefits Package

• Attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Permanent health insurance.
• Private health care.
• Bonus scheme.
• Opportunity for equity participation.
• Excellent personal and career development opportunities.

Application Process

All applications should be made online through our applicant tracking system. Please note, as part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV, cover letter and any relevant qualification certificates.

If you have any questions or queries relating to the job role or our application process, please contact the HR Team email: [contact hidden].

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