Scottish Woodlands Ltd is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services underpinned by our in-depth market experience, knowledge base and commitment to quality. The business is largely employee owned, and this encourages a dedication and commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and customer focus. Our aim is to understand each client’s specific objectives and then to provide a service which is both flexible and personal.

Due to our increasing activities and expanding work programme across Scotland, Scottish Woodlands is seeking to engage with enthusiastic professionals with a passion for harvesting, who can offer a fresh and visionary way of thinking, for key and critical positions within the organisation.

Roles available include a Senior Harvesting Manager for our Lochgilphead office and a Harvesting Manager for our Dumfries office. Although duties vary between positions, key duties will include working closely and effectively with the timber harvesting team, clients, customers and timber markets. Development of new timber harvesting and marketing opportunities is also an important aspect of both of these roles.

Applicants should have previous harvesting experience plus relevant qualifications are preferred. Qualifications are advantageous but not a pre-requisite as relevant training can be provided across a range of topics for the right candidate. We are looking for people with professional acumen who are commercially aware and have a sound understanding of the rural sector. Excellent communication and organisational skills are required, together with the ability to identify, analyse and solve problems. Candidates should possess proficient IT skills, experience in working with contractors, project management skills and health & safety experience are all highly desirable, as well as the ability to undertake aspects of the roles and responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.

Applicants must hold a full, valid driving licence which is essential for the role. Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or progressing towards attaining chartered status or another similar professional qualification is preferred but not essential. New recruits would be encouraged and supported to achieve these additional qualifications where they are appropriate to the role.

​Benefits package

In return, Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes company vehicle, pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private healthcare and the opportunity for share equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff.  Applicants also have excellent personal and career development opportunities open to them and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice.

​Application process

All applications should be made online through our applicant tracking system. Please note, as part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV, cover letter and any relevant qualification certificates.

​If you have any questions or queries relating to the job role or our application process, please contact the HR Team email: hr@scottishwoodlands.co.uk.

We are an equal opportunities employer