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Woodland Planner

  • Location:

    Dumfries

  • Sector:

    Agriculture, Rural Professionals

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Rachel Richardson

  • Job ref:

    RR19559

  • Published:

    3 days ago

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

Our client, a leader in nature-based solutions to combat climate change, is seeking a Woodland Planner to join their team in South Scotland. This is a key role where you will collaborate with colleagues, stakeholders, and government agencies to drive woodland creation projects from planning to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Navigate the woodland grant system in Scotland.
  • Oversee projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
  • Manage relationships with clients such as estates, forestry investors, local authorities, and more.

About You: Our client is looking for an experienced forestry professional with:

  • A degree or diploma in Forestry (or related field).
  • At least 3 years of managerial or relevant operational experience.
  • Strong commercial acumen and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency in GIS and other software tools.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • A full driving license and the ability to meet deadlines.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary & company car.
  • Health plan, life assurance, and enhanced sick pay.
  • 31 days' holiday (inc. bank holidays), pension, and funded career development.
  • Access to employee discounts, well-being support, and more!

If you're motivated by working in forestry and want to contribute to climate action, this role is for you!

For more details, contact me, Rachel Richardson at 01780 480530 or 07701 387732, or connect with me on LinkedIn. Do not worry about an up-to-date CV. Send what you have to rachel@morepeople.co.uk and we can take it from there.

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