Location
Bedgebury office near Bedgebury National Pinetum TN17 2SJ, with flexibility for some optional blended working. This role can only be worked in the UK. The district covers diverse habitats including productive coniferous forest, mixed broadleaved woodlands, heathland, chalk and acid grasslands, and streams in south-east England. The role primarily focuses on Weald and Kent woodlands of the East District, with occasional travel within the district.

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£30,105 per annum

About the Role
As a Forest Surveyor for Forestry England, you will support the planning and management of some of England’s most diverse and valued landscapes. You will carry out inventory surveys of the public forest estate in the East District, identifying woodland components, providing standing timber measurement, planting density assessments, and tree disease monitoring. Reporting directly to the Forest Planner, you will work closely with the district planning team and local beat teams to support woodland survey delivery, ensuring the accuracy of the forest inventory database with field data. This data will inform Forest Plans and Forestry England operations. Forestry England is committed to growing the nation’s forests, adapting landscapes for climate change, restoring Ancient Woodlands, and trialling new tree species suited for future climates. This role contributes directly to these objectives.

Benefits
Forestry England contributes an average of 28.97% towards your pension through the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme. You will receive 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. Access to the STaR employee benefits scheme offers discounts on supermarket shopping, hotels, clothing, mobile phones, insurance, holidays, gym memberships, household bills, and wellbeing apps. Free parking at Forestry England sites and free entry to National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury are provided. Forestry England supports lifelong learning and career development through professional development, individual learning plans, and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Relevant experience in forestry, woodland surveying, or environmental management is desirable. Experience working with forest inventory data and field survey techniques will be advantageous.

About you
You are passionate about forests and the environment, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You have good communication skills and can collaborate effectively with colleagues across different teams. You are adaptable and willing to travel within the district as required. A commitment to supporting Forestry England’s objectives in biodiversity, climate resilience, and sustainable forest management is essential.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not explicitly stated, but relevant forestry, environmental science, or related qualifications will be beneficial. A willingness to learn and develop professionally within the role is important.