Forester

6 months ago

Warminster, United Kingdom Longleat Enterprises Limited Full time

Longleat is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Forester to join our team and help us continue our tradition of hiring engaged and productive employees.

Longleat Estate spans 3,600 hectares, encompassing diverse landscapes of woodland, parkland, agricultural fields, and properties. Our forestry department boasts an outstanding reputation, leading the way in continuous cover forestry in the UK for over four decades. We take pride in our thriving firewood business, annually processing and retailing more than 2000 tonnes of sustainable wood through our all-encompassing firewood shop destination.

As a Forester at Longleat, you will play a pivotal role in hands-on forestry operations, ensuring the meticulous care of trees and executing practical forestry harvesting techniques, such as chainsaw tree felling. Your responsibilities will also extend to overseeing forest machinery extraction operations, all performed to the highest standards of excellence. Join us in the heart of our commitment to sustainable forestry and contribute to the legacy of Longleat Estate's environmental stewardship.

Key duties will include:

- Carrying out forestry tasks associated with the establishment and harvesting of forest and parkland trees.
- Young tree establishment work.
- Maintenance and where appropriate, repair of all vehicles, plant and machinery in his care to the highest standard.

**About you**
- You will have experience of commercial and traditional forestry including agricultural/forestry machinery and vehicles, as well as a full understanding of health and safety.
- Your good foundation knowledge of silviculture and broad range of consolidated industry specific practical skills will enable you to hit the ground running in this position.
- If you hold formal training certificates for chainsaw and machinery operations, with PA1 & 6 certificates, this is desirable.

**A little about us**

At Longleat we offer a day out like no other, our guests are invited to step into the Thynn family home where they will find the finest example of Elizabethan Architecture. They are also immersed into the wild side, where they can visit over 120 species of animals by car, foot, train, bus, and boat.

With a core business of around 1 million guests every year, we are passionate about providing unforgettable experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.

**Our values**

At Longleat, we believe in engaging and inspiring our employees, putting people first, taking accountability, continuously improving, and acting with integrity. We invite everyone who works with us to subscribe to these values, as they truly set us apart as a place to work.

**Why join the Longleat team?**

In this unique work environment, you will be a stone’s throw away from historic landscapes and listed buildings, all whilst listening to our lions roar and wolves howl. You will even have the opportunity to visit our adorable koalas and cheeky meerkats free of charge.

You will receive a salary of £26,203 per annum, in addition to a range of attractive benefits that include;
- 29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, rising to 31 days at 5 years’ service.
- Unlimited free entry to Longleat for our employees
- Complimentary tickets to Longleat and Cheddar Gorge and Caves, 18 per annum pro rata
- 50% off Annual passes for Friends and Family
- Discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise
- 20% off VIP Experiences, 10% off Accommodation
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Employee Assistant Programme
- Employer contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance scheme
- Perks at work
- Range of flexible working schemes
- Great progression opportunities available.

**Your contract**

You will be on a permanent 40-hour contract predominately Monday to Friday 7.30am to 4.15pm with weekends, evening and bank holidays as required.

**Location**: On Site - Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7JS

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