Apprentice Forest Manager
The Forestry Team North covers from Birmingham/Peterborough to the borders, undertaking the planning, surveying, planting, maintenance, harvesting and replanting of trees, woodlands and forests. Work is undertaken on behalf of a wide range of clients including farmers, estate owners and large institutions.
From our base in the Newcastle, you will have the opportunity to work within locations across Northumberland, Cumbria and down into Yorkshire. From beautiful national parks to large cities, your role will incorporate a wide range of sites. We have four main service lines: woodland management (including timber harvesting); new planting; tree surveying; and valuation / agency work.
As you will expect, a career in forestry & arboriculture includes a considerable proportion of time spent outdoors in all weathers. The need to access remote, rural locations requires a full driving license and the use of a personal vehicle for business use. We will provide mensuration equipment, a mobile phone and a lone working safety kit.
Your role within the Forestry team is integral to the development of the wider team and our ongoing growth. Throughout the duration of your apprenticeship, you will support the wider team in the delivery of a range of projects. Initially, you will work with another member of the team as you become familiar with the role. As your experience develops, you will take on surveying and contract supervision roles with increasing autonomy, progressing ultimately to contract management and the delivery of complete projects.
You will develop long-term working relationships with contractors, clients and colleagues within the wider Savills business.
Training:
On completion, you will have a Level 6 Apprenticeship in Professional Forestry, BSc (Hons) Professional Forester, and the potential to be an accredited member of The Institute of Chartered Foresters.
Training Outcome:
We will provide the full suite of Savills training programme including mandatory health and safety and office training, as well as specific training relevant to your role.
We ensure that your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is current and that all staff are fully up to date with changes to legislation and business needs.
Employer Description:
Founded in the UK in 1855, Savills is one of the world's leading property agents. Our experience and expertise spans the globe, with 600 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. Our scale gives us wide-ranging specialist and local knowledge, and we take pride in providing best-in-class advice as we help individuals, businesses and institutions make better property decisions.
Working Hours :
Five full days, working hours 9:00am to 5:30pm. One of these days each week will be dedicated to university led study whilst in the office.
Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Word and Excel skills,Written skills,Diligent,Able to work individually,Punctual and reliable,Keen and enthusiastic,Thirst for knowledge