Forest Creation Manager

The role

The Forest of Marston Vale Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Forest Creation Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale tree planting, woodland creation and habitat enhancement projects across Bedfordshire and the surrounding area.

What you'll do

• Lead the successful delivery of woodland creation and tree planting programmes
• Manage the Trust's Trees for Climate programme, including performance, budgets, monitoring and reporting requirements
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with farmers, landowners, land agents and key partners
• Provide expert advice on woodland creation, forestry and environmental funding opportunities
• Lead and support staff, contractors, volunteers and consultants involved in project delivery
• Work with external partners including the Forestry Commission, Natural England, local authorities and sector organisations

What it takes

• Degree-level qualification in forestry, countryside management, land management or a related discipline
• Strong professional experience in forestry, land management or the natural environment sector
• Experience delivering woodland creation, habitat enhancement or environmental projects
• Proven project and programme management experience, including budget management
• Experience leading and supporting staff and project teams
• Strong relationship-building skills and experience working with farmers, landowners and land agents

What you'll bring

How we treat you

25 days holiday (plus bank/public holidays), pension scheme

How to apply

Apply directly on Forest of Marston Vale Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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