Forestry Machine Operator: Harvester & Forwarder — Scotland

Scotlink; Aberfoyle, Dalbeattie; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agribusiness company is seeking experienced Forestry Machine Operators to join their teams in Aberfoyle and Dalbeattie. This full-time permanent role includes responsibilities such as operating harvesters, maintaining machinery, and ensuring quality and safety in timber production. Successful candidates should have relevant experience in forestry or agriculture, a Forestry Machine Operator qualification, and a valid UK driving licence. Additionally, chainsaw experience and first aid qualifications are desirable. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

28.97% pension contribution

Training for qualification candidates

Overnight stay provisions for training

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial forestry or agricultural environment is essential.
• Forestry Machine Operator qualification for harvester and forwarder operation is essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Operate harvesters and forwarders in productive clearfell crops.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance and ensure safety on site.
• Fell and extract timber to roadside.

Skills

Experience in a commercial forestry environment

Experience operating forestry machinery

Chainsaw felling experience

Education

Forestry Machine Operator (FMO) qualification

Tools

Forestry machinery

Job description

A leading agribusiness company is seeking experienced Forestry Machine Operators to join their teams in Aberfoyle and Dalbeattie. This full-time permanent role includes responsibilities such as operating harvesters, maintaining machinery, and ensuring quality and safety in timber production. Successful candidates should have relevant experience in forestry or agriculture, a Forestry Machine Operator qualification, and a valid UK driving licence. Additionally, chainsaw experience and first aid qualifications are desirable. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.