As we continue to expand our forestry operations and unique service offer, we recognise the need for a skilled and experienced Woodland Manager to work alongside and under the guidance of our dynamic Senior Forestry and Land Management team.
Key responsibilities:
- Conducting assessments, pricing, planning, and execution of forestry contracts.
- Developing comprehensive management plans for clients’ woodlands.
- Applying for and negotiating grant applications.
- Timber marketing.
- Providing clear instructions and briefings to contractors and staff for efficient operations.
- Conducting thorough health and safety audits on site to ensure compliance.
- Driving specific business development initiatives for the division, as required.
- Securing relevant permissions, such as felling licences and permits, for work activities.
- Collaborating with colleagues to offer expert advice on emerging opportunities for woodland owners, including agroforestry, carbon initiatives and Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF).
Successful candidates will:
- Have a degree in forestry / land management or related field such as geography, ecology or conservation.
- Have a passion for the protection and enhancement of our planet.
- Demonstrate expertise in forestry management with at least two years relevant work experience.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to work effectively as part of a team and build strong client relationships.
- Ability to work independently, demonstrating self-motivation and initiative to achieve outstanding results.
- Proven experience in securing permissions and managing contracts, ensuring adherence to regulations.
- A passion for continuous learning and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.
- Be chartered or working towards chartered status.
Desirable:
- Theoretical knowledge of silviculture
- Experience with GIS
Job-specific benefits:
- 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- Membership fees to relevant professional bodies
- Online GP provision
- Access to subsidised holiday cabins
Click here to view our full benefits package.
This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm - 40 hours per week.
At Nicholsons, our commitment to delivering positive environmental change is woven into every aspect of our work, embodying our values of dedication, creativity, and passion for the planet. Click here to see how we are making a meaningful impact.
Skills Required
- Degree in forestry, land management, geography, ecology or conservation
- At least two years relevant forestry management experience
- Chartered status or working towards chartered status
- Proven experience securing permissions (e.g., felling licences) and managing contracts
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently, self-motivated and initiative-driven
- Experience conducting health and safety audits on site
- Theoretical knowledge of silviculture
- Experience with GIS
What We Do
Nicholsons is a family-run environmental consultancy and contracting firm that provides expert advice and end-to-end services for trees, woodland, and the natural environment. They specialize in fully integrated garden and woodland design, management, and contracting, offering a range of professional services from ecological surveys to landscape implementation.
