Forestry Trainee (Graduate)
Launch Your Career in Forestry- Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Forestry or a Land Management based discipline looking to start a practical, outdoor career in forestry? Euroforest Ltd is the UK’s leading independent forest management, timber harvesting, and logistics company. We deliver commercial forestry operations across the UK, including harvesting, woodland establishment, forest roads, and timber transport. This is an entry-level operational role offering real practical experience from day one across our extensive portfolios in Wales and the Marches.

Role Overview

You will support the management team in day-to-day forestry operations across active sites, gaining practical experience in all aspects offorestry including timber harvesting, woodland establishment, forest infrastructure, and site surveying.

You will work alongside experienced forestry professionals and contractors, developing your skills through hands-on involvement in commercial forestry operations.

You will also receive in house training and exposure to GIS mapping, operational recording, and wider business systems used in the forest industry.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves the following key responsibilities, but itis not limited to:

−       Support harvesting, planting, and forest infrastructure operations on site

−       Carry out site inspections, quality checks, and operational data recording

−       Assist with woodland creation and restocking projects

−       Support contractor and machine operator activity on active sites

−       Assist with timber haulage and site logistics

−       Maintain accurate site records, maps, and documentation

−       Report health & safety, environmental, or operational issues

Training and support will be provided to introduce the successful applicant to Company systems and procedures.

What We Are looking For

−       Degree (or soon to graduate) in Forestry or related land discipline

−       Interest in commercial, production-focused forestry operations

−       Comfortable working outdoors in all conditions

−       Strong attention to detail and data recording skills

−       Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

−       Knowledge of Land Management software desirable but not essential

−       Excellent time management and organisational skills

−       Practical experience (placements/fieldwork) desirable but not essential

−       Willingness to travel regularly across Wales and the Marches

−       Full UK driving licence (essential)

Benefits

This is an exciting opportunity to join the UK’s leading forestry company with excellent career pathways and benefits including:

-         Starting salary £29,000 p.a.

-         20 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

-         Annual leave increases with length ofservice

-         Company vehicle (business and private use, inclusive of private mileage)

-         Pension scheme

-         Continuous Professional Development

-         Cycle to work Scheme

-         Long service awards

-         Employee Discounts

-         Life Assurance

-         24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme

 

To apply send your CV and Cover Letter to recruitment@euroforest.co.uk quoting reference EFFTEL/2604

Closing date for applications is: 31st May 2026.

Start date will be as soon as possible after interviews (notice periods allowing).

 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

 

Euroforest is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender, or sexual orientation.

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