Background Information
Scottish Woodlands 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.
Purpose of the Job
Due to increasing activities and expanding work programme in Ireland, an exciting opportunity has arisen in our Irish Region for an enthusiastic professional with a passion for Forestry. This Forest Manager position may suit someone who is looking for a promotion, with several years of proven operational experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate will have been involved with the management of timber harvesting operations, estate management, liaison directly with a range of clients, preparation and management of budgets, delivering forest plans as well as supporting others within both the management and harvesting teams. The position will cover all of NI and the northern counties of SI.
Experience & Skills
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. This position may also suit someone with environmental, geography, agricultural or rural surveying background. Candidates should have a good working knowledge of the forest industry with a good understanding of site planning, working with contractors and site safety management.
Candidates will be commercially driven and have a sound knowledge and understanding of the rural sector. Excellent communication and organisation skills are required, together with the ability to identify, analyse and solve problems working off their own initiative as part of a wider team. The ability to undertake most aspects of the roles and responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager is important for the Forest Manager role.
Applicants must hold a full, valid driving licence which is essential for the role. Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or Society of Irish 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 & Remuneration
Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes pension scheme, life assurance, private health care, company vehicle and the opportunity for equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants will also be given excellent personal and career development opportunities and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team.
Further Information
For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice on the careers section of our Webpage www.Scottishwoodlands.co.uk.
If you have relevant experience and qualifications as described above and want for one of the UK’s leading Forestry Companies and develop your career, then we want to hear from you. Click HERE to apply for this role.
If you have any questions about this role, please contact HR@scottishwoodlands.co.uk.