Graduate Development Programme 2026

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 28 April 2026
LOCATION
Scotland and North England
TYPE
Other
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Forestry
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Forestry related degree Geography degree Environmental degree Land based studies degree Communication skills Organisational skills Interpersonal skills Commercial awareness

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Graduate Development Programme 2026

Company: [Employer hidden]

Location: Scotland and North England

Closing Date: Sunday 01 February 2026

Description: [Employer hidden] is seeking driven and ambitious individuals for their 2026 Graduate Development Programme, focusing on forestry and harvesting. This 2-year program offers high-quality training, exposure to diverse locations across Scotland and North England, and opportunities for career growth within a company committed to sustainable forestry and employee ownership. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree, strong communication and organizational skills, and commercial awareness.

Application Instructions: Applications can be made online through our Applicant Tracking System. Upload a Cover Letter, CV, and relevant qualification certificates. Successful applicants will be contacted for video interviews.

What We Look For:

  • Ideally minimum 2.1 Bachelors degree in a Forestry related discipline, or other relevant degree or qualification (Geography, Environmental, other Land based studies will be considered).
  • Excellent communication & organisational skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team
  • Commercial awareness
  • We will encourage and support ICF membership, with a view to become Chartered.
  • A Full UK Drivers Licence is essential due to the nature of the role.

What You Will Be Doing:

  • New woodland creation projects
  • Restocking projects
  • Forest grant applications
  • Frontline supervision of contractors
  • Managing client relationships
  • Field visits and surveys
  • Financial planning and analysis
  • Management Plans
  • Site inspections
  • Forest planning
  • Digital mapping work

What Will You Get In Return For Your Hard Work And Commitment:

  • Highly Attractive and Competitive Graduate Salary with Incremental Rises
  • Opportunity for Equity Participation through the unique Company Share Scheme
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Company Vehicle
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Permanent Health Insurance
  • Private Healthcare
  • Enhanced Family Friendly Leave
  • Excellent Personal and Career Development Opportunities

Application Process:

Applications can be made online through our Applicant Tracking System. Please note as part of the application process, you will be required to upload a Cover Letter and CV, as well as any relevant qualification certificates. Successful applicants will be contacted to participate in our phase-two selection process which will consist of video interviews.

For more information on the 2026​ [Employer hidden] Graduate Development Programme, please go to the careers section of our website where you can download our Graduate Brochure.

Please note that [Employer hidden] are unable to sponsor any candidates for our graduate, trainee and placement opportunities as these roles will not meet the Home Office eligibility criteria for sponsorship.

Closing Date: 1st ​February 2026

To apply, please click HERE

General enquiries

Email: [contact hidden]

Phone: 0044(0) 131 451 5154

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