We have an exciting opportunity for you to be a key member of our clients Southern England forestry team in the role of Forest Manager in Devon Area.
In this role you will be responsible for delivering a professional high-quality woodland management service to our existing clients together with other on-going forestry related opportunities, including woodland creation. The role includes building sound client relationships and managing contractors together with day-to-day duties such as the preparation of client estimates, production of reports, implementation of work programmes and grant applications.
About You:
We’re looking for candidates who are highly motivated, driven, enthusiastic, reliable and adaptable. In addition to this, you’ll have:
Relevant accademic qualifications
Strong commercial acumen and at least 2 years' operational expereince
Experience of working within areas of sensitive habitat and European protected Species (EPS) is beneficial
Strong client relationship management and team working skills
Experience in managing contractors
Good knowledge of the UK Forestry Standard and UKWAS
Practical working knowledge of mixed lowland silviculture is essential.
Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or another relevant professional body is desirable
Full driving licence
In return, our client offers an attractive salary and benefits package, the opportunity of being part of a talented and well-motivated team, together with first class opportunities for both personal and career development in a truly national and integrated company.