Forest Manager/Senior Forest Manager - South East Scotland

About the Role

[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.

A planned retirement at our Melrose Office means that an exciting position for an experienced Forest Manager/Senior Forest Manager will become available. The successful applicant will join a progressive and driven team and be responsible for managing a diverse, well established, portfolio.

What you will be doing

• The role involves all aspects of woodland management, establishment, and restructure planning through to harvesting.
• The position includes the requirement to liaise directly with a range of clients, prepare and manage budgets, report writing, grant scheme applications, cost control, planning of operations and site supervision.
• Additionally, there will be line management responsibilities and the ability to build a team.

Applicants should be...

• Self-motivated and capable of working on their own initiative and as part of our expanding professional team.
• Demonstrable operational experience and have had consistent exposure to all aspects of the role described above with the confidence to work independently.
• A good working knowledge and understanding of site planning, working with contractors and site safety management, along with good communication skills and organisational ability.
• Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or another relevant professional body is desirable.
• Must also have a current driving licence to perform the remit of the role.

Benefits Package

• Attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Permanent health insurance.
• Private healthcare.
• Opportunity for share equity participation (company is 80% owned by staff).
• Excellent personal and career development opportunities.

Application Process

If you have any questions relating to the role, please email: [contact hidden]

As part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV and cover letter, as well as any relevant qualification certificates.

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