Professional Forester

Euroforest Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forestry service provider in the United Kingdom is offering a full-time, fixed-term Professional Forester Degree Apprenticeship. This three-year program combines academic study with practical training, preparing apprentices for a successful career as a Forest Manager. Responsibilities include assisting in timber sourcing, site management, and compliance with forestry standards. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a passion for forestry, and qualifications at Level 3 equivalent to 96 UCAS points. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

Annual leave increases with service

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Continuous Professional Development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Long service awards

Employee Discounts

24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
• Must have a Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sourcing supplies of timber from clients and woodland owners.
• Build knowledge of timber markets and product specifications.
• Engage contractors for harvesting and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Conduct regular site visits to manage harvesting progress.
• Monitor HSE, FISA, and ISO standards on site visits.
• Support Forest Managers in planning and oversight of forest activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to follow detailed procedures

Passion and a desire to learn

Full UK driving licence

Education

Maths and English at grade 4 or equivalent

A levels or Level 3 qualifications equivalent to 96 UCAS points

Job description

Professional Forester Degree Apprenticeship

As an industry leader, Euroforest is dedicated to providing the highest level of service for our clients across the land-based industry in the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, sustainability and long-term partnerships.

The Position

Working across the Euroforest Group, the three-year Professional Forestry Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) offers a unique blend of on-the-job training and academic study, equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Forest Manager.

The Forestry Degree Apprenticeship is in partnership with the University of Cumbria and the Forestry Commission. After successfully completing the apprenticeship, the candidate will gain a BSc (Hons) as a Professional Forester and be able to apply for membership of the ICF.

During the apprenticeship, apprentices will learn about and become competent in the broad spectrum of forestry through assisting with, and later having responsibility for, the planning, creation, management, harvesting and utilisation of woodlands and forests. Apprentices will split their time between Euroforest Timber Marketing and Euroforest Silviculture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with providing high‑quality service, sourcing supplies of timber from clients and woodland owners and delivering it to industrial and domestic end users and processors.
• Build a sound understanding of timber markets and product specifications in specific geographical areas.
• Learn about how to manage seasonal demand and fluctuation in market values and trends.
• Learn about how to engage contractors for harvesting and associated work, setting rates and ensuring compliance with company safety standards, environmental constraints, and contract procedures inline with FISA and industry guidelines.
• Assist in conducting regular and thorough site visits to manage progress of harvesting work, evaluating appropriateness of machinery, quality of timber, optimising timber cut, review of forest roads /timber stacks /relevant haulage, and all aspects of Health and Safety.
• Monitor application of HSE, FISA and ISO 45001 standards on site visits and promote good practice.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 standards, to ensure preservation of environmental features within the management of harvesting operations.
• Ensure compliance with the FSC and FSC Chain of Custody Certification standards.
• Assist and cooperate with the compliance team and certification bodies during internal and external auditing of systems and sites.
• Undertake obligatory training i.e. First Aid and Health & Safety.
• Assist the Forest Managers in the design and grant application process for new woodlands.
• Assist the Forest Managers in the preparation of Management Plans that outline the future management of the land and forests.
• Support Forest Managers in the planning and oversight of a range of forest activities, including complying with all environmental and health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with statutory and public consultees and landowners/clients.
• Prepare grant applications.
• Prepare and submit felling licence applications.
• Deliver restocking and new planting plans.
• Carry out beat‑up surveys.
• Work alongside contractors planting trees.
• Order materials and deal with contractors.

Skills and experience

• Excellent communication skills and ability to converse with a range of people.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures accurately.
• Passion and a desire to learn.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Maths and English at grade 4 or equivalent at Level 2.
• A levels or existing relevant Level 3 qualifications equivalent to 96 UCAS points.
• Must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Additional Information

This role is a full-time, fixed term apprenticeship, Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate will be required to enrol on the Professional Forester Degree Programme (Level 6) with the University of Cumbria.

• Competitive salary
• 20 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
• Annual leave increases with length of service
• Company vehicle (business and private use, inclusive of private mileage)
• Pension scheme
• Continuous Professional Development
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long service awards
• Employee Discounts
• 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme

To apply send your CV and a Cover Letter to [e-mail], quoting reference PFDA/2601.

The closing date for applications is: 31 st March 2026.

The start date will be September 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Euroforest is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender, or sexual orientation.