Location
Smokey Bottom Office, Staple Fitzpaine, Taunton, TA3 5SJ, Somerset

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£29,171 per annum

About the Role
Join Forestry England, a passionate team dedicated to growing the nation’s forests for everyone. As a Work Supervisor based within the East Devon beat team, you will work alongside the Beat Forester, Community Ranger and two Craftspeople. Your role will involve supporting the planning and delivery of work programmes and directly supervising contractors and staff to ensure compliance with the UK Forestry Standard and UK Woodland Assurance Standard. You will assist in setting and maintaining standards in all aspects of forest and woodland management to help meet business plan targets. A strong knowledge of Health and Safety and a keen eye for detail are essential. Together, we are creating amazing places and experiences, providing vital homes for wildlife, 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 access to the STaR employee benefits scheme offering discounts on everyday shopping, holidays, gym memberships and more, free parking at Forestry England sites, free entry to National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury, and a commitment to lifelong learning through career development support including continual professional development and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Experience in supervising teams and contractors within a forestry or land management environment is desirable. A good understanding of forest and woodland management standards and Health and Safety regulations is essential.

About you
You are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong leadership skills. You have the ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and contractors. You are committed to maintaining high standards and ensuring compliance with relevant forestry standards. Enthusiasm for the environment and sustainable forestry practices is important.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in forestry, land management, or a related discipline are advantageous but not mandatory. A good knowledge of Health and Safety practices is required. The ability to provide accurate spoken English is essential.