Job Introduction
Job title – Works Supervisor – Nature Recovery
Salary – £30,105
Contract type – Fixed Term Appointment, Ends March 2029 (with the possibility of extension or permanency but no guarantee)
The post will initially be based at Forestry England’s Yorkshire Office in Pickering. It will move to the Dalby Forest Office in autumn/winter 2027. Regular travel around Forestry England’s estate in Yorkshire will be required. There will be occasional trips outside of Yorkshire for Forestry England‑wide meetings, which may require an overnight stay.
Alongside your salary, Forestry England contributes an average of 28.97% towards your pension. You will become a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
- 25 days holiday a year, increasing by one day each year’s service, up to 30 days (pro‑rated for part‑time employees) plus additional days off such as bank holidays.
- STaRis employee benefits scheme offering discounts on everyday shopping and other items.
- Free parking at Forestry England sites and free entry to National Arboretums.
- A commitment to lifelong learning through career development.
Responsibilities include planning and supervising forestry operations that deliver environmental outcomes, working with the Forester – Nature Recovery and wider teams to implement nature recovery projects across Yorkshire. You will plan operations, manage contracts, monitor progress, coordinate teams, and ensure compliance with health and safety, land management and environmental legislation.
Requirements: experience in land management and contract supervision, strong planning and organisational skills, ability to manage teams and contractors, knowledge of environmental legislation.
You will be asked to write a 200‑word statement on your relevant experience and a personal statement of up to 500 words during the application process.
Hiring will be based on fair competition and merit. The role is accessible to all candidates.
Forestry England is part of the Civil Service. The Civil Service has a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). Candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The position is also part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans and Prison Leaver Recruitment initiatives. Applicants must be able to speak English accurately. The role is funded by DEFRA and may be affected by government spending reviews; funding changes could affect the position.
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