Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Forestry Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for integrating with the present workforce and establishing their client list to build upon the existing database. Ecology support will be available from the applications team Ecologist.
Key Responsibilities:
* Afforestation applications, planning reforestation sites, felling licences, woodland improvement applications, Ash dieback, RUS applications and Native Woodland Scheme
* Site Inspection and management of work crews
* Advising owners on best forest practices and maximising financial returns
* Maintaining inventory and financial data on bespoke management systems
* Working with ecologists, completing environmental reports
* Maintaining industry standards on health and safety and Forest Management Certification
The ideal candidate will have a recognised qualification in forestry at level 7/8 on the QQI Framework of qualifications or equivalent. They should also have competence in GIS, a strong appreciation of commercial forestry, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* A recognised qualification in forestry at level 7/8 on the QQI Framework of qualifications or equivalent
* Competence in GIS
* A strong appreciation of commercial forestry
* Motivated and highly organised, agile and adaptable to change
* An ability to work on your own initiative and multi-task
* Excellent planning and project management abilities
* Excellent interpersonal skills
Benefits
* Salary commensurate with experience
* Phone, laptop and transport
* Pension
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Others
* Full driving licence
* Excellent IT skills
* A knowledge of all Forest Service forestry schemes (desirable)
* A knowledge of all paperwork associated with the Department for Landowners (desirable)
* Knowledge or experience of forest management and establishment (desirable)
* Previous sales experience (desirable)
If you are interested in a challenging career with development opportunities in an expanding industry, please apply here, in strict confidence.