Forest Manager

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English Woodlands Forestry LtdBased in or around North Hampshire/West Berkshire/East WiltshireOverview

We are looking to recruit a Forest Manager to be responsible for delivering quality woodland management services and being an integral part of our team.Location

The majority of the work will be based on our existing and any new estates in and around North Hampshire/West Berkshire and East Wiltshire. Travel in the whole South East region will be required. This role will include the ongoing management of significant estates and demands a good level of silvicultural experience and proven track record of client engagement. This is a largely remote role with some team contact and meeting requirements at our office in Petworth, West Sussex.Key Responsibilities

Oversee the woodland management/woodland creation for allocated estates or one-off activities within the business portfolioFinancial management: preparation of budgets, quotes, invoices and statementsSilvicultural analysis, surveys and report writingSet up and supervision of operational work – contract management including preparation and management of timber harvesting and marketingCompletion of all grant obligations to deadlineClient liaison including regular meetings and updates as requiredProduction of woodland management plans, Maps (GIS), felling licence applications, grant applications and any associated reporting to authorities or client – including making any necessary grant claims to deadlineStakeholder engagement as required (included statutory consultees)Keeping and filing of all necessary paperwork including licences/plans/budgets etcPreparation of all pre start paperwork and checks including RAMs, EPS surveys, health and safetyMaintaining all internal administrative and financial records and being accountable to Directors for time, profit margins, debtors control and cashflowTo be an active and integral part of the wider team: contribute to team development through training needs analysis/knowledge exchange opportunities/business improvement suggestionsMaintain a network of tried and tested quality contactors to meet the needs of all operational activity and keep good relationshipsRepresent the company at industry or related events and through media channels where appropriateSalary

Forest Manager: £35-45K per annum (commensurate with experience)Core Skills

Practical and commercial experience of forestry operations including contract management and timber salesKnowledge of lowland silviculture and its applicationRelevant academic qualifications (e.g. forestry or land management) (Desirable)Demonstrable experience in budgeting and financial managementProven track record of client liaison and excellent communication skillsGood knowledge of UK Forestry StandardUnderstanding of forestry grants, regulations and industry standardsFull UK Driving licence and preparedness to travelCompany electric car, including option for private useCompany PensionCompany Bonus (profit related and beyond one year’s continual employment)Funded training and professional feesHow to apply

To apply please send your CV and covering statement (no more than one page) explaining your suitability for the role and motivation for applying. Please send to Laura Henderson: admin@englishwoodlandsforestry.co.ukInterviews anticipated: Thursday 2nd/Friday 3rd OctoberSeniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

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