Woodland / Forestry Worker
Cowhill Trust Estate – Dumfries, Scotland
Cowhill Trust Estate is seeking a Woodland/Forestry worker to join a small, skilled team working to a high standard on a large private estate near Dumfries, South West Scotland.
The successful candidate will be involved in a wide range of woodland, forestry and estate maintenance tasks, contributing to improving the estate as a whole for wildlife, conservation and sustainable land management.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Woodland and hedge creation
- Tree planting, thinning and felling
- Chainsaw work
- Tractor driving
- Pruning and scrub cutting
- Fencing
- Log processing
- General estate maintenance tasks
You will work closely with the rest of the team, taking pride in high-quality work and continually develop new practical skills.
Candidate Required Attributes:
- Strong work ethic
- Take pride in their work
- High level of integrity
- Practical ability
- Team player
Beneficial Skills (preferred but not all essential):
- Chainsaw operation
- Tractor and telehandler driving experience
- Tree felling experience
- Tree planting experience
Training can be provided for the right candidate and there is also the opportunity for a team leader role.
Additional details:
- Full UK driving license essential
- Full-time: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
- Starting salary £28,000 – £36,000 depending on experience
- Self-employed candidates will also be considered
To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to Boleysam@gmail.com