Job Title: Ecologist/Forester Woodland Technician Exciting opportunity for the right individual to work as an Ecologist/Forester Woodland Technician with Ireland's longest established Forestry Co-op. The role has a great balance of outdoor and indoor work, and if you like working with landowners, farmers and communities then this is the role for you. Western Forestry Co-op has been empowering farmers and landowners to plant and manage their own land for over 40 years. We believe our forests are best held in the hands of local farmers, landowners and communities, where all the benefits of our forests are retained locally. Our website address: Essential Skills Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Ecology or similar Environmental Science degreeRegistered or ability to get registered with CIEEMFull Driving LicenseHighly motivated, ability to work on own initiativeComputer literate (email, word, excel)Good communication skills, happy to deal with people dailyAn interest in Woodlands, the timber industry and all types of trees Primarily the role will involve producing Environmental/Ecology reports and maps required to accompany a woodland application. The secondary part of the role will be as a forestry technician as part of the team that ensures the successful establishment of our young forests, through dealing with landowners, contractors and officials Experience not necessary as training will be provided. The role will be based in Sligo, flexible working arrangements available/Hybrid. Competitive salary for the right candidate plus subsistence, bonus and company pension scheme. Equipment to fulfil role will be provided (Van, Laptop, phone etc). Cover letter and CV can be sent in private to, for more information or job description on the role please contact All communication and CV's will be treated in strictest confidence. Closing date for applications is Friday 26th September 2025