Location
King’s House, Lyndhurst, Hampshire SO43 7NH, with travel across the South England Forest District.

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£30,105 per annum

About the Role
Join Forestry England, a passionate team dedicated to growing the nation’s forests for everyone. As a Woodland Surveyor reporting to the Planning and Environment Officer within the Planning Team, you will carry out and supervise woodland surveys across the South England Forest District. Your work will involve collecting mensuration data, plant density assessments, and other inventory-related surveys. You will assist in updating the sub compartment database with field data and collaborate with colleagues and contractors across the district. The information you gather will help inform Forest plans and Forestry England operations. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to creating amazing places and experiences, supporting wildlife habitats, improving air quality, and producing sustainable timber.

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. Additional benefits include free parking at Forestry England sites, free entry to National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury, access to the STaR employee benefits scheme offering discounts on shopping, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Forestry England supports lifelong learning and career development through professional development opportunities and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Relevant experience in woodland surveying, data collection, or forestry-related activities is desirable. Experience working with databases and field data collection is advantageous.

About you
You are passionate about forestry 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 are willing to travel across the South England Forest District. You are motivated to contribute positively to sustainable forest management and enjoy working outdoors.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not explicitly stated, but relevant forestry, environmental science, or surveying qualifications would be beneficial. A commitment to ongoing professional development is expected.