Assistant Site Manager - South East

About the Role

The Assistant Site Manager - South East will play a key role in supporting the delivery of woodland management works, working alongside contractors and volunteers, and engaging with visitors and communities across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of woodland management works by supporting the management of site-based contracts, supervising contractors, and working alongside volunteers
• Support the review of woodland management plans, including carrying out Woodland Ecological Condition Assessments, herbivore impact assessments and site surveys
• Implement WT Health and Safety policy on sites, including tree safety inspections, site risk assessments, monitoring of work and appropriate recording of visits
• Support the Trust's engagement with visitors and the communities at key sites across the 3 counties, and support across the SE region as required

This role helps tackle environmental and climate issues by supporting the management and conservation of woodlands across three counties, contributing to the protection, restoration, and creation of vital woods and trees for people and nature.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Experience of land-based management in the forestry or nature conservation sector
• Proven experience of community engagement and/or volunteer management
• IT literate with MS Office experience and proficient in the use of apps on mobile devices
• Qualified to HNC/Level 4 in forestry/countryside management or a related field
• Full driving licence and ability to undertake regular travel across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and other parts of the Southeast region

Benefits include:

• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Buy and Sell Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company vehicle provided
• Support and training opportunities