Current vacancies
As a GB organisation, we can have vacancies in England, Scotland and Wales.
For further details about a position, including downloadable application forms, please click on the appropriate job title.
Current vacancies within the Forestry Commission in England
Operations Trainers x 2 - Various Locations throughout the UK
This is an exciting opportunity to become involved in the design, delivery and evaluation of training courses and workshops.
Starting salary in the range of £24,731 - £30,874 and benefits.
Closing date: 20 July 2009 - Contact Name: Hilary Muirhead
Part-Time Administrative Officer - Lyndhurst
You’ll facilitate the administration of the MES Workshop, working within a small team to process all aspects of the work involved.
£9,168 (pro rata to £16,154) and benefits
Closing date: 3 July 2009 - Contact Name: Shireen West
Policy and Programme Manager, Business and Markets - Bristol
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of 25 policy advisors and programme co-ordinators that lead national delivery of the Government’s Strategy for England’s Trees, Woods and Forests.
Salary within the range of £41,344 - £51,302
Closing date: 1 July 2009 - Contact Name: Gillian Cornelius
National Forest Inventory Forestry Surveyors (x2) - Various LocationsThe Inventory, Forecasting & Operational Support (IFOS) is a new department within the Forestry Commission. It is responsible for the National Forestry Inventory, which describes the extent and nature of GB woodlands, ascertaining their well being and monitoring any changes and trends over time. Your role will involve the collection of forest and ownership data for the NFI.
Minimum £21,433 and benefits.
Closing date: 30 June 2009 - Contact Name: Hilary Muirhead
Part-time Receptionist - NE England Region, Bellingham
You’ll act as receptionist for the North East England office at Eals Burn, Bellingham, operating the switchboard and meeting and greeting visitors. You’ll also carry out administrative duties such as dealing with the mail. A minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent (A-C Passes) including English is required and/or significant experience working in an administrative/financial post. Competency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook is also required.
Closing date: 14 July 2009 - Contact Name: Gillian Cornelius
Current vacancies within the Forestry Commission in Scotland
IT Support Officer - Silvan House, Edinburgh
This is a customer facing technical support role where customer service is paramount. You will provide support for the IT infrastructure that enables Forestry Commission IT business applications to meet customer requirements.
£21,087 and benefits.
Closing date: 17 July 2009 - Contact Name: Susan Steedman
Operations Trainers x 2 - Various Locations throughout the UK
This is an exciting opportunity to become involved in the design, delivery and evaluation of training courses and workshops.
Starting salary in the range of £24,731 - £30,874 and benefits.
Closing date: 20 July 2009 - Contact Name: Hilary Muirhead
Part-Time Administrative Officer - Lochaber FD
You’ll provide general administrative support to staff, including reception cover and typing. You must have at least five passes at GCSE level/O grades (or equivalent) or a proven track record in an administration role. IT skills are essential including proficiency in MS Office, especially Word and Excel.
£8,732 (pro rata to a full-time rate of £16,154) and benefits
Closing date: 17 July 2009 - Contact Name: Shireen West
Part-time Receptionist - Inverness
You will act as first point of contact on reception at the Forest Enterprise Scotland head office dealing with incoming telephone calls and any visitors to the office. You will also perform general administration duties including typing services, distributing mail and organising travel and accommodation.
£9,283 (pro rata to £16,154) and benefits
Closing date: 13 July 2009 - Contact Name: Jillian Buchan
Biomass Development Officer - Hamilton
You will promote and co-ordinate the development of Biomass markets in Central Scotland. To be successful in this role you should be educated to degree level or have a higher qualification relevant to renewable energy, business development, timber processing or forestry.
£27,776 and benefits.
Closing date: 13 July 2009 - Contact Name: Jillian Buchan
Works Supervisor - Aberfoyle
You will be responsible for assisting the Harvesting Forester in the management of Standing Sale Clearfell and Thinning sites. This role shall require you to support planning programmes, inspect sites to ensure health and safety guidelines are being adhered to, supervise staff when required and complete clerical duties.
£18,281 and benefits.
Closing date: 9 July 2009 - Contact Name: Jillian Buchan
Intellectual Property Portfolio Manager - Roslin
Raising the awareness of Intellectual Property across the Forestry Commission, you’ll identify, assess and secure new Intellectual Property assets and to prepare business plan proposals leading to commercialisation of ideas and concepts via licensing and/or spin-outs.
£27,776 - £33,970, depending on qualifications, plus benefits.
Closing date: 6 July 2009 - Contact Name: Jennifer Mullen
We are seeking three new members to join the Grampian Regional Forestry Forum to advise us on the development and implementation of the Scottish Forestry Strategy.
Closing date: 10 July 2009 - Contact Name: Margaret Lloyd
National Forest Inventory Forestry Surveyors (x2) - Various Locations
The Inventory, Forecasting & Operational Support (IFOS) is a new department within the Forestry Commission. It is responsible for the National Forestry Inventory, which describes the extent and nature of GB woodlands, ascertaining their well being and monitoring any changes and trends over time. Your role will involve the collection of forest and ownership data for the NFI.
Minimum £21,433 and benefits.
Closing date: 30 June 2009 - Contact Name: Hilary Muirhead
Current vacancies within the Forestry Commission in Wales
Operations Trainers x 2 - Various Locations throughout the UK
This is an exciting opportunity to become involved in the design, delivery and evaluation of training courses and workshops.
Starting salary in the range of £24,731 - £30,874 and benefits.
Closing date: 20 July 2009 - Contact Name: Hilary Muirhead
National Forest Inventory Forestry Surveyors (x2) - Various Locations
The Inventory, Forecasting & Operational Support (IFOS) is a new department within the Forestry Commission. It is responsible for the National Forestry Inventory, which describes the extent and nature of GB woodlands, ascertaining their well being and monitoring any changes and trends over time. Your role will involve the collection of forest and ownership data for the NFI.
Minimum £21,433 and benefits.
Closing date: 30 June 2009 - Contact Name: Hilary Muirhead
