Utilities Manager / Environmental Advisor Location: Perth (Central Scotland) Closing Date: Sunday 27 July 2025 Are you a talented individual with drive, enthusiasm and ambition, with a passion for the outdoors and ready to grow a sustainable career? If so, we are recruiting for a combined management and ecology role within our Utilities Division. This position is based in our Perth office in Central Scotland. Forestry is a growing industry and Scottish Woodlands Ltd is well placed to take advantage of developing opportunities and challenges the industry faces. We want you to be part of our future. Applicants should have A BSc, HND or equivalent qualification in Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geography or similar; good interpersonal skills; the ability to work on own initiative; organisational and report writing skills; and Microsoft Excel and Word skills. Previous experience in environmental/protected species-surveys is desirable, alongside bird, mammal and plant species ID and GIS skills. Key duties will include, but are not limited to: preparation of site-specific contract documentation, such as Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) packs, Forestry Environmental Management Plans (FEMPs) and site planning and operational maps to client satisfaction; supervision of forestry works associated with powerlines or railway infrastructure to ensure compliance with health and safety and environmental best practice and legislation; carrying out basic site set-up and giving pre-start briefs to site teams; and carrying out pre-operational environmental/ecological surveys, e.g., for protected species. Candidates must have a current driving licence. Please note that travel and staying away is a regular part of the role, which covers all of Scotland. Additionally, as per any ecology role, working hours may at times include early mornings and late nights. Task assignments may differ week to week to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities. Prior to commencing employment with Scottish Woodlands Ltd, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Scottish Woodlands is unable to sponsor candidates for this role. Therefore, applicants will not be eligible to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Only candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK will be eligible for this role. Benefits Package In return, Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes company vehicle, pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private healthcare and the opportunity for share equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants also have excellent personal and career development opportunities open to them and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice . Queries about the application process or the role? If you have any questions relating to the role, please email: hr(AT)scottishwoodlands.co.uk As part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV and cover letter, as well as any relevant qualification certificates. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Carbon Office Administrator Location: Dumfries (South West Scotland) Closing Date: Friday 18 July 2025 Scottish Woodlands Ltd is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services underpinned by our in-depth market experience, knowledge base and commitment to quality. The business is largely employee owned, and this encourages a dedication and commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and customer focus. Our aim is to understand each client s specific objectives and then to provide a service which is both flexible and personal. As a key member of a high performing team, operating in a competitive, commercial environment we are seeking an EXPERIENCED, ENTHUSIASTIC AND SELF-MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL WITH RELEVANT ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE to join our existing team in South-West Scotland. Based out of our Dumfries office, key duties will involve assisting the Head of Carbon and wider Carbon Team by providing key administrative and clerical support in this full-time position. Applicants should have: Applicants should have a basic knowledge or experience working in the Forestry/Rural sector, any additional knowledge on the carbon market and experience of GIS mapping would be beneficial. The successful candidate will support our Head of Carbon with various administrative tasks, such as assisting with carbon sales; preparation of audit documentation conforming to various Carbon standards such as the Woodland Carbon Code and Peatland Code projects; as well as a variety of other administrative assignments. To be successful in this role, you must be self-motivated and capable of working on your own initiative and as part of our expanding professional team. You should have demonstrable experience and knowledge working as an assistant and have had consistent exposure to all aspects of the role described above with the confidence to work independently. You should have excellent communication skills and a good working knowledge and understanding of forestry management and afforestation projects. A full driving license is beneficial. Applicants progressing towards attaining chartered status or are currently studying in a similar field, are welcome to apply for this role. Prior to commencing employment with Scottish Woodlands Ltd, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Scottish Woodlands is unable to sponsor candidates for this role. Therefore, applicants will not be eligible to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Only candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK will be eligible for this role. Benefits Package: In return, Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes generous pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private healthcare and the opportunity for share equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants also have excellent personal and career development opportunities open to them and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice . Application Process All applications should be made online through our applicant tracking system. Please note, as part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV, cover letter and any relevant qualification certificates. If you have any questions or queries relating to the job role or our application process, please contact the HR Team email: hr(AT)scottishwoodlands.co.uk . We are an equal opportunities employer TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Carbon Office Administrator
Location: Dumfries (South West Scotland)
Closing Date: Friday 18 July 2025
Scottish Woodlands Ltd is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services underpinned by our in-depth market experience, knowledge base and commitment to quality. The business is largely employee owned, and this encourages a dedication and commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and customer focus. Our aim is to understand each client's specific objectives and then to provide a service which is both flexible and personal.
As a key member of a high performing team, operating in a competitive, commercial environment we are seeking an EXPERIENCED, ENTHUSIASTIC AND SELF-MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL WITH RELEVANT ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE to join our existing team in South-West Scotland. Based out of our Dumfries office, key duties will involve assisting the Head of Carbon and wider Carbon Team by providing key administrative and clerical support in this full-time position.
Applicants should have:
Applicants should have a basic knowledge or experience working in the Forestry/Rural sector, any additional knowledge on the carbon market and experience of GIS mapping would be beneficial. The successful candidate will support our Head of Carbon with various administrative tasks, such as assisting with carbon sales; preparation of audit documentation conforming to various Carbon standards such as the Woodland Carbon Code and Peatland Code projects; as well as a variety of other administrative assignments.
To be successful in this role, you must be self-motivated and capable of working on your own initiative and as part of our expanding professional team. You should have demonstrable experience and knowledge working as an assistant and have had consistent exposure to all aspects of the role described above with the confidence to work independently. You should have excellent communication skills and a good working knowledge and understanding of forestry management and afforestation projects.
A full driving license is beneficial. Applicants progressing towards attaining chartered status or are currently studying in a similar field, are welcome to apply for this role.
Prior to commencing employment with Scottish Woodlands Ltd, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Scottish Woodlands is unable to sponsor candidates for this role. Therefore, applicants will not be eligible to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Only candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK will be eligible for this role.
Benefits Package:
In return, Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes generous pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private healthcare and the opportunity for share equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants also have excellent personal and career development opportunities open to them and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice .
Application Process
All applications should be made online through our applicant tracking system. Please note, as part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV, cover letter and any relevant qualification certificates.
If you have any questions or queries relating to the job role or our application process, please contact the HR Team email: .
We are an equal opportunities employer
