Forestry Manager Job Description
Our client, a leading private forestry group in Ireland, seeks a Forestry Manager to integrate with their existing workforce and establish a client list. The role requires expertise in afforestation, planning reforestation sites, and woodland improvement applications.
* 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
Essential Qualifications
The successful candidate must have:
* 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
* Full driving licence
* Excellent IT skills
Remuneration & Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience, plus phone, laptop and transport, pension, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays. This is an excellent opportunity for professional development within an expanding industry.