Forest Managers (Management & Executives)

Full Time

  RDS Forestry

  Tarbert and Stirling, Scotland

Job vacancy: Forest Managers based in Tarbert and Stirling

RDS Forestry Ltd delivers a comprehensive range of professional services connected to forestry management and contracting services. We currently manage in excess of 20,000 hectares across Scotland and believe this is an exciting opportunity to work alongside our experienced management team. Our principle aim is to deliver an excellent service to our clients and ensure satisfaction. The company is looking forward to continuing development with opportunities to diversify the service portfolio while ensuring the highest standards are consistently achieved.

Applications are encouraged from ambitious, self motivated individuals to expand our woodland management and contracting operations.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • relevant academic qualifications in forestry or similar industry
  • previous experience in woodland management/contracting supervision
  • excellent organisational & communication skills to interact with clients, employees & contractors
  • an understanding of forestry related grant scheme applications
  • knowledge of FSC accreditation & UKWAS would be advantageous
  • experience in designing long term forest plans/woodland management plans
  • competent with Microsoft Excel and Word applications
  • driving licence essential

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to develop their forestry career while talents will be recognised and rewarded. It is a fast-paced working environment where a positive and proactive approach will be required. You will be given a platform to not only review existing operations, but to propose improvements that will ultimately increase the success of the business.

Compensation

RDS Forestry provides an opportunity for personal and career development, with a competitive salary and benefits package related to experience.