Operations Forester (FLS)
- Location:
- Kirkton of Durris, Banchory, AB31 6BP, Banchory, Aberdeenshire
- Salary:
- £36,987 - £39,459 per year + 28.97% employer pension contributions
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 35 hours per week
Working at Forestry and Land Scotland is all about 'People, Pride and Purpose.' Join us and take pride in supporting the economy, protecting and enhancing the environment by managing Scotlands National forests and land.
Our Foresters are responsible for planning and managing programmes of work for their team such as planting, harvesting and maintaining forests. The teams also manage habitats and visitor attractions whilst ensuring efficient timber supply to customers.
East Region manages approximately 93,000 hectares of public land, from the coastal pinewoods of Moray and Fife through Aberdeenshire to Perthshire. This region delivers around £22.5 million in annual income, mainly through sustainable timber harvesting and commercial leases, while also leading initiatives in peatland restoration, renewable energy developments, and woodland creation.
To be successful in this role you will have experience in forestry or related land management work and leading people.
Please review the Job Description for more information on this role, applications are received through our recruitment portal by way of CV and supporting statement.
