Location
South of England, primarily Hampshire and Kent, with occasional travel across England.

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£33,854 per annum

About the Role
Join Forestry England, a passionate team dedicated to growing the nation’s forests for everyone. As a Forester (Woodland Creation), you will be part of the South district team working closely with the national woodland creation team to deliver ambitious woodland expansion projects. Your role will involve developing high-quality plans and coordinating forest operations on new woodland creation sites totaling 234.31 hectares in Hampshire and Kent. There may be future opportunities to support other woodland creation projects across England, which could involve travel and overnight stays. Together, we are creating vital habitats for wildlife, improving air quality, producing sustainable timber, and creating amazing places and experiences for the public to enjoy.

Benefits
Forestry England offers a competitive benefits package including a Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 28.97%, 25 days holiday per year (increasing by one day per year of service up to 30 days, pro-rated for part-time employees), plus bank holidays. Employees have access to the STaR employee benefits scheme offering discounts on everyday shopping, holidays, gym memberships, insurance, and wellbeing apps. Free parking at Forestry England sites and free entry to National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury are also provided. Forestry England supports lifelong learning and career development through continual professional development, individual learning plans, and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Relevant experience in forestry or woodland creation is desirable. Candidates will be assessed on their experience and behaviours including Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Working Together, and Communicating and Influencing.

About you
You should be passionate about forestry and the environment, motivated to contribute to woodland creation projects, and able to work collaboratively within a team. Flexibility to travel and occasionally stay overnight across England is required. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure are essential.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not explicitly stated; however, candidates must demonstrate relevant experience and behaviours. Successful candidates will undergo a criminal record check and government baseline personnel security standard check. Applicants must have the ability to converse in accurate spoken English as required by the Immigration Act 2016.