Assistant Forestry Consultant

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Maydencroft Limited, Hertford, Hertfordshire

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted 1 day ago, 8 Oct | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 5f285897011343ac8ad70a47cad25743

Maydencroft Limited

Full Job Description

Supporting the management of an existing portfolio of clients and woodlands
Contributing to woodland assessments and producing FC approved Woodland Management Plans
Assisting with the production of UKFS-compliant Woodland Creation Design Plans
Contributing to grant applications including EWCO and Countryside Stewardship
Assisting with Ancient Woodland Restoration Assessments and production of Reports
Supporting the planning and implementation of new woodland creation schemes as well as restocking and maintenance schemes
Forestry and woodland mapping and data management via GIS
Manage and develop a subcontractor network, utilising our supplier evaluation procedure
Supporting our consultancy division to complete any other relevant documentation as required for organisations such as Forestry Commission, Rural Payments Agency, Environment Agency, Natural England, Woodland Trust
Supporting, and leading where necessary, the delivery of other land management projects
A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject, The role will be largely remote, with occasional working from our offices in Dorney (nr Windsor) and Hertford.

We are currently looking to appoint an ambitious graduate or recent professional who can deliver unparalleled forestry expertise and services to our existing high-profile clients within the commercial, public, private, utility and charity sectors, and to lead on the growth and development of the company to ever greater heights. The role/s would be well suited to people that share our passion for Forestry and can bring additional skills and experience that will help to broaden and strengthen our service., The ability to use initiative
Love of the outdoors and the environment
Excellent verbal communication skills
Good all-round knowledge of trees, woodlands and habitats
Some understanding of current woodland policy and grant schemes
Excellent IT and Administration skills, including use of GIS
The ability to develop relationships with colleagues and clients
Full UK driving licence
Good knowledge of woodland ecology
Lantra Professional Tree Inspection qualification
Knowledge of Industry standards and all relevant legislation

£25,000 per annum
Use of our fleet of company vehicles
22 days annual leave plus public holidays, with an annual increase of one day for every full year's service up to a maximum of 27 days
Annual pay rises subject to performance
Auto-enrolment in the company Pension scheme
Unlimited training budget and personalised development plan
Options for flexible working
Discounted Gym membership