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Forest or woodland managers are responsible for the sustainable management of timber production and the preservation and protection of trees and the forest environment

Working as a forest or woodland manager, you'll manage a designated forest or woodland area, overseeing activities such as timber production, conservation and recreation.

You'll also manage other associated matters, such as commercial interests, biodiversity and public access. Establishing a balance between competing economic and social demands (for forest and land use) can present a challenge. This may mean you become involved in the creation of multipurpose forests, promoting sustainable forest management and supporting the natural regeneration of native woodlands.

Alternative job titles include forestry officer and forester. In strategic leadership positions you could be known by a more specific title, such as head of woodland creation or head of estate management.

Responsibilities

As a forest/woodland manager, you'll need to:

advise clients on good forestry practice and provide a contract service to woodland owners, including those interested in acquiring land for the establishment of new forests
guide woodland owners on the most appropriate tree species (for planting or natural regeneration), and on budgeting, public access, ecological surveys and forest certification
organise the growing, harvesting, marketing and sale of timber
plan and implement annual work programmes and ensure the effective use of resources to meet objectives for the forest area
supervise forest workers and contractors in the field, which may involve negotiating with subcontracting companies
ensure forest operations are carried out to professional health and safety standards, to protect workers and members of the public
liaise with customers, landowners, timber merchants, the public and local authorities
liaise with other professionals, such as landscape architects, archaeologists, biologists, geologists, chartered surveyors and engineers
liaise with charitable bodies
attend meetings
keep up to date with changes in legislation and industry developments and emerging issues such as climate change mitigation, tree-disease outbreaks and nature recovery programmes
work to, and maintain, globally recognised forest certification
plan and control budgets and prepare costing and financial forecasts
promote the expansion of new woodland coverage and, where possible, the restoration of ancient woodland in the UK.

You may also carry out the following tasks, in relation to forest protection:

conduct research in areas such as silviculture, pathology, tree improvement and entomology
monitor existing forestry practices
protect forests from illegal felling, pests and diseases
ensure that forests are not detrimentally affecting the environment and wildlife around them, by damaging wildlife habitats, water supplies or soil.

Salary

The two-year Forestry England Graduate Leadership Programme offers a permanent appointment and a salary of 拢32,089.
Qualified forest/woodland manager or officer salaries are usually in the region of 拢25,000 to 拢45,000.
At the top end with considerable management responsibility salaries can reach 拢60,000+.

Salaries and other benefits in the private sector vary much more widely than in the public sector. The lowest pay is generally for roles on private estates, but these posts may come with other benefits such as accommodation and a car.

Income figures are intended as a guide only.

What to expect

The role involves a mixture of office-based and outdoor work and at times you will need to work in adverse weather and possibly in remote places.
With enough experience and specialist knowledge you could work in a self-employed or freelance consultancy capacity, by establishing a contract business.
According to the Forestry Commission, women now make up almost a half of its workforce. Government forestry organisations promote equal opportunities and emphasise that the role is now more managerial and technical than physically demanding labour.
Working hours may include unsocial hours and weekend work.
Travel within a working day is common and occasional overnight absence from home may be required. Depending on the role, overseas travel may be a feature of the job.

Qualifications

Typical entry is with an HND, degree or postgraduate course in a relevant subject, such as:

forestry
forest management
woodland management
woodland ecology and conservation.

It's also possible to enter the profession from a broader range of degrees, including:

business studies
civil engineering
ecology
environmental science
geography
horticulture
land, estate or property management
rural studies.

Entry without a degree or HND is also possible at lower levels, but further progression will depend on gaining relevant experience and study towards a qualification on a part-time basis.

A pre-entry postgraduate qualification (either a postgraduate diploma or an MSc in Forestry or Woodland Management) may also be required if your first degree is not related.

The industry body Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) promotes education and skills across the forestry sector, providing detailed information about entry requirements and courses. This includes both university and apprenticeship routes into the sector and guidance on achieving professional recognition and chartered status.

In England, the Forestry Commission is a non-ministerial government department that helps protect and enhance the value of woodlands for people and the environment. Forestry and Land Scotland manages Scotland鈥檚 national forests, while Scottish Forestry oversees policy and regulation. In Wales听补苍诲听Northern Ireland, state forestry is managed by Natural Resources Wales and Forest Service Northern Ireland.

Skills

You'll need to have:

a passion for the outdoors and a desire to create a beautiful landscape for future generations
good physical fitness
good teamworking skills
organisational ability
good communication
leadership ability
numeracy
the aptitude to achieve commercial outcomes
an understanding of the need to deliver a cost-effective, quality service
that you meet the specifications of the competency framework - if applying for a job within the Civil Service
a full driving licence for driving to different, often remote, locations.

Work experience

Relevant experience is extremely valuable and will help strengthen your application when searching for jobs. You may find it possible to arrange some summer work experience, either paid or unpaid, and speculative applications to forestry companies and forestry management groups are worthwhile.

In addition to relevant qualifications and skills, practical experience is important for entry to the profession, some forestry degrees are sandwich courses, allowing you to complete a year in industry as part of your study.

You can gain valuable experience through several voluntary organisations involved in woodland management, including:

Overseas volunteering opportunities are available through specialist agencies such as:

Find out more about the different kinds of聽work experience and internships聽that are available.

Employers

Many people are employed in the forestry sector in the UK, with a significant number of those working for government agencies, such as Forestry England, Forestry and Land Scotland, Natural Resources Wales, Forest Service Northern Ireland and DEFRA.

Other employers involved in forest management, include:

public sector employers, including local councils
charities such as The Woodland Trust and the National Trust
private companies such as聽Tilhill Forestry听补苍诲听Scottish Woodlands
private estates, which may employ their own staff or hire contracting companies
timber companies
contracting companies employed by landowners to provide specialist services and expertise
cooperatives formed from groups of landowners who share management and marketing services
self-employed subcontractors who work for any of the above on an agreed rate.

You could also work in forest conservation or restoration, for organisations such as The Woodland Trust or the National Trust. While volunteers play an important role, graduates with relevant experience can also find paid positions in these organisations.

The forestry sector also offers opportunities with timber merchants, contractors, and importers, as well as in sawmills, pulp and paper mills, and biomass and wood-processing plants.

Recreation, conservation, and renewable energy are increasingly important parts of modern forest management. Government agencies such as Forestry England and Forestry and Land Scotland sometimes run initiatives or graduate training schemes focused on these areas - check their websites for current opportunities.

Civil Service Jobs
Forestry England - graduate scheme and voluntary opportunities
Forestry Journal
Natural Resources Wales
Woodland Trust
NICS Recruitment

Specialist recruitment sites such as聽Horticulture Jobs, arbjobs.com and GreenJobs and Environment Job advertise relevant jobs.

Members of the聽Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF)聽receive a quarterly Trees magazine, access to a job vacancy service, online CPD activities and support to progress towards chartership.

It may be worth applying speculatively to local woodland management companies and contractors. The ICF register of consultants is a useful directory, in which you can find chartered members offering forestry and arboricultural services.

Professional development

Government forestry agencies and large private companies usually offer structured technical and management training programmes, and you'll also receive plenty of hands-on experience through on-the-job learning.

If you study for a degree accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) and become an associate member, you can follow the ICF's Professional Membership Entry (PME) route. This leads to chartered status and the right to use the postnominal letters MICFor.

Continuing professional development (CPD) is a key part of building your forestry career. The ICF recommends completing 100 hours of CPD every three years. Activities can include conferences, workshops, short courses, discussion groups, publishing technical work or giving presentations.

For practical, skills-based forestry courses, see see Lantra - Our Courses. If you join the The Arboricultural Association as a professional member, you鈥檒l also gain access to training opportunities, guidance and career support.

Career prospects

Achieving chartered status through the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) is one of the best ways to show you have the skills, knowledge and experience needed to progress in your career.

Being flexible about where you work can also help, as moving between employers or regions is often necessary to build a broad range of industry experience. Promotion opportunities will vary depending on the size, structure and focus of the organisation you join.

If you work for a charity, government agency or other public body, you may also have the chance to contribute to national woodland and forestry policy.

As you move into more senior roles, you'll likely spend less time outdoors and more time on planning, management and meetings. This can be an adjustment if your main motivation for entering the profession was a love of working in nature.

Forest/woodland manager