Harvesting Manager
| Posting date: | 19 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 to £50,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 June 2025 |
| Location: | Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, DG1 1AA |
| Company: | Agricultural Recruitment Specialists |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 56716089 |
Summary
The Job:
A leading UK-based forestry management organisation is expanding its operations across Scotland and is currently seeking passionate and driven professionals to join its harvesting team.
You will work closely with the wider timber harvesting team, clients, contractors and timber markets. Responsibilities will also include developing new timber harvesting and marketing opportunities and contributing to the growth and innovation of the organisation’s service offering.
The Company:
This well-established organisation offers a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services across the UK. With a strong employee-ownership model, it places a high value on professionalism, flexibility, and a client-focused approach. Its mission is to provide tailored forestry solutions that meet the unique objectives of each client.
The Candidate:
Ideal applicants will bring previous timber harvesting experience and possess relevant qualifications, although full training will be provided for the right candidate. Key requirements include:
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the rural sector
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- The ability to identify, analyse and solve problems
- Proficient IT skills
- Experience in contractor management and project delivery
- Awareness of health & safety protocols
- A full, valid UK driving licence
- Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or commitment to work towards it is advantageous
The Package:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Company vehicle
- Generous pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Permanent health insurance
- Private healthcare
- Bonus scheme
- Equity participation opportunities
The organisation also offers excellent opportunities for personal and career development, with the support of a highly experienced and motivated team.
A leading UK-based forestry management organisation is expanding its operations across Scotland and is currently seeking passionate and driven professionals to join its harvesting team.
You will work closely with the wider timber harvesting team, clients, contractors and timber markets. Responsibilities will also include developing new timber harvesting and marketing opportunities and contributing to the growth and innovation of the organisation’s service offering.
The Company:
This well-established organisation offers a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services across the UK. With a strong employee-ownership model, it places a high value on professionalism, flexibility, and a client-focused approach. Its mission is to provide tailored forestry solutions that meet the unique objectives of each client.
The Candidate:
Ideal applicants will bring previous timber harvesting experience and possess relevant qualifications, although full training will be provided for the right candidate. Key requirements include:
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the rural sector
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- The ability to identify, analyse and solve problems
- Proficient IT skills
- Experience in contractor management and project delivery
- Awareness of health & safety protocols
- A full, valid UK driving licence
- Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or commitment to work towards it is advantageous
The Package:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Company vehicle
- Generous pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Permanent health insurance
- Private healthcare
- Bonus scheme
- Equity participation opportunities
The organisation also offers excellent opportunities for personal and career development, with the support of a highly experienced and motivated team.