Location
Lyndhurst, Hampshire (South District offices at Lyndhurst SO43 7NH or Micheldever SO21 3BP)

Hours
37 working hours per week

Salary
£29,171 per annum (Pay award pending)

About the Role
Forestry England’s South District Harvesting & Marketing Direct Production (DP) team is responsible for planning and harvesting around 50,000m3 of timber annually. As a Work Supervisor (Harvesting), you will support the delivery of Forest Design Plans (FDP) and conservation objectives while fulfilling supply contracts for sawmill customers. Most timber volume is produced as shortwood by mechanised harvesting contractors, with a smaller element of mature hardwood felling using traditional motor manual techniques. You will work closely with Land Management and Planning teams to ensure sustainable forest management and operational success. This role is based within Forestry England’s South England Forest District, which manages 46,000 hectares of public forest estate across Sussex, Dorset, Berkshire, and the Isle of Wight, including areas of national and international conservation importance. The district supports nearly 50 million visits annually, providing public access and recreation in forests located within National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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. The STaR employee benefits scheme offers 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 included. Forestry England is committed to lifelong learning and career development through continual professional development, individual learning plans, and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Relevant experience in forestry operations, harvesting supervision, or related fields is desirable. Experience working with mechanised harvesting contractors and traditional motor manual techniques is advantageous.

About you
You are a motivated and organised individual with a passion for sustainable forest management. You have strong communication and teamwork skills to work effectively with diverse teams including Land Management, Planning, and contractors. You are committed to health and safety and able to manage quality service delivery in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not explicitly stated but relevant forestry or land management qualifications will be beneficial. You must have the ability to communicate accurately in spoken English. Successful candidates will undergo a criminal record check and government baseline personnel security standard check.