Forestry Manager (Cork-Kerry)
We are seeking a Forestry Manager to join one of Ireland's largest private forestry groups.
The successful candidate will work with the existing team and establish their own client list, building upon the current database. Ecology support will be available from the applications team Ecologist.
Key Responsibilities:
* Afforestation applications, planning reforestation sites, felling licences, woodland improvement applications, ash dieback, RUS applications, and native woodland scheme
* Site inspection and management of work crews
* Advising owners on best forest practices and maximising financial returns
* Maintaining inventory and financial data on bespoke management systems
* Working with ecologists, completing environmental reports
* Maintaining industry standards on health and safety and forest management certification
Requirements:
* A recognised qualification in forestry at level 7/8 on the QQI framework of qualifications or equivalent
* Competence in GIS
* A strong appreciation of commercial forestry
* Motivated and highly organised, agile and adaptable to change
* An ability to work on your own initiative and multi-task
* Excellent planning and project management abilities
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* A full driving licence
* Excellent IT skills
Desirable:
* A knowledge of all Forest Service forestry schemes
* A knowledge of all paperwork associated with the Department for Landowners
* A knowledge or experience of forest management and establishment
* Previous sales experience
Benefits:
Salary commensurate with experience, plus phone, laptop, transport, pension, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays