Assistant Operations Manager
- £42,055 to £45,291 per annum
- Full Time
- Permanent
- Contact: Recruitment Team
- Reference: REQ0853
- Posted November, 13, 2024 12:11 PM
As the Assistant Operations Manager in the West Region, you will support FLS’s mission by overseeing timber harvesting programmes across Lochgilphead, Oban, and Fort William. Working collaboratively with foresters, supervisors, and machine operators, you’ll lead operations that bring timber to market safely and effectively.
Salary: £42055 - £45291 (28.97 percent employer pension contributions into defined benefits scheme plus benefits)
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
Region: West Scotland
Job reference: REQ0853
At Forestry and Land Scotland, we take pride in supporting Scotland’s economy, protecting and enhancing our environment, and sustainably managing the nation’s forests and land.
Our West Region spans some of the most iconic landscapes in Scotland, from Kintyre in the south to Glengarry in the north, and out to the Isle of Mull. We manage diverse forest types, from sustainable commercial plantations to ancient oakwoods with international conservation significance.
In the West Region, we bring over 680,000 cubic metres of timber to market annually, restock over 1,200 hectares, maintain high-quality recreational facilities, and lead conservation projects in Scotland’s woodlands and biodiversity sites.
As the Assistant Operations Manager in the West Region, you will support FLS’s mission by overseeing timber harvesting programmes across Lochgilphead, Oban, and Fort William. Working collaboratively with foresters, supervisors, and machine operators, you’ll lead operations that bring timber to market safely and effectively. You’ll also work with other teams to coordinate timber supply contracts and meet our financial targets, which enable FLS to reinvest in sustainable forestry and environmental restoration.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor the harvesting team, fostering a safe and productive work environment.
- Manage timber harvesting income, expenditures, and financial planning.
- Collaborate with regional teams, customers, and contractors to drive the harvesting programme and address challenges.
- Ensure operations meet high standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in commercial forestry practices and team management.
- Strong foundation in health and safety practices.
- A qualification in forestry or land management; GIS knowledge is advantageous.
For more information, review the Job Description. Apply through our recruitment portal with your CV and Covering Letter and start making a difference with Forestry and Land Scotland.
The role can be based from either Lochgilphead, Oban or Fort William.
Closing date: 1 December 2024.
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