We are looking for an experienced and strategic forestry professional to join us as a Senior Forestry Consultant taking responsibility for the successful delivery of a portfolio of high-impact woodland and habitat restoration projects across the Highland region.

This is a pivotal role where you will oversee all aspects of project delivery, lead cross-functional teams of talented foresters, and ensure that projects meet the high standards we set for ourselves and our clients. You will play a central role in translating vision into reality – from planning to on-the-ground implementation – ensuring our core values are embedded at every step.

You’ll directly manage and mentor a small team of Inverness-based foresters, steer technical decision-making, and support project coordination. This role reports directly to Gordon Brown, CEO & Co-Founder.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a team of foresters and support staff to deliver exceptional woodland and habitat projects
• Provide technical leadership across all stages of project planning, budgeting and delivery
• Act as the senior contact for clients, partners, contractors and stakeholders
• Guide and support foresters in their professional development and day-to-day performance
• Coordinate with colleagues to scope, price and plan new work
• Monitor progress using Asana project management software and ensure delivery to time and budget
• Conduct regular project reviews and support adaptive management where needed
• Champion TreeStory’s Woodland Charter and values in every stage of project implementation

Key qualities

• Preference for working for an ambitious, purpose driven start up rather than a well-established corporate company
• Connect deeply with the work and core values of TreeStory Ltd, passionate about making a positive environmental impact as well as the B-Corp ethos of business as a force for good
• Keen to adopt innovative ways of working and think outside the box. Not afraid to push the boundaries of current knowledge, understanding and standard practice
• Committed to continual learning & development and prepared to experiment
• A motivated team player, keen to help and encourage all team members
• Not intimidated by learning new technology, a keen adopter of technological tools to help us do our work. Proficiency in the following tools would be ideal: Microsoft Office Suite, Slack, Zoom, Asana, QGIS
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Understand the importance of good communication to our brand
• Enjoy the challenge of adapting well laid plans to connect with the real world. Demonstrate great attention to detail and be able to accurately anticipate consequences and knock-on effects
• At least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in forestry
• Have a demonstrable background in and passion for regenerative forest management
• Be a professional member of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or be working towards professional membership
• A full UK driving license is essential

Key benefits

• Competitive salary
• Monthly car allowance paid in addition to salary
• Enhanced holiday provision
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to attend TS Learn Regenerative Forestry training programme, taught by Dr Jens Haufe Link
• Company pension scheme with 10% employer pension contribution
• Flexible working patterns including hours and hybrid options
• Sustainable travel policy including extra days for sustainable travel methods
• Excellent personal and career development opportunities

How to apply

To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to admin@treestory.org.uk telling us what excited you about this opportunity and what you feel you could bring to the role, and which role you are interested in, no later than 12pm on Friday 23 May 2025.

Contact

If you would like an informal and confidential conversation prior to applying, please feel free to set up a call with our CEO & Co-Founder Gordon Brown MICFor, 0131 6000 313, admin@treestory.org.uk.