Forester

Cowdray Estate is seeking a skilled and motivated Forester to join our dedicated Forestry team. You’ll play a key role in delivering a wide range of forest management and maintenance activities across more than 2,000 hectares of beautifully managed woodland.

About the Role

As a Forester, you’ll be involved in the day‑to‑day delivery of high‑quality forestry operations, . including:

. Timber harvesting

. Pesticide applications

. Establishing and maintaining young plantations

. Conservation and habitat management projects

. Operating forestry vehicles, machinery, and equipment

You’ll need to be adaptable, safety‑conscious, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team — in all weather conditions.

Essential Skills & Experience

. Minimum 5 years’ forestry experience

. Full, valid driving licence

. First Aid +F

. Chainsaw: cross‑cutting & maintenance

. Small tree felling (up to 380mm)

. Medium tree felling (up to 760mm)

. Brushcutter / clearing saw operations

Desirable Skills & Experience

. PA1 & PA6 pesticide application

. FMO Base Unit and skidder

. Safe use of a manually fed chipper

. Chainsaw operations from a MEWP

. Large tree felling (over 760mm)

. Telehandler operations

Why join Cowdray?

You’ll be part of a respected estate with a long‑standing commitment to sustainable woodland management, conservation, and environmental stewardship. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a varied, rewarding outdoor role within a supportive team.

Benefits

Pension scheme

23 Days holiday plus bank holidays

Salary £32,000

How to Apply

Please email your CV and covering letter to nina.williams@cowdray.co.uk by the closing date of 30th April.