Forester (All Experience Levels)

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About the Company

Job Information

  • Region

    North Scotland, Scotland, South Scotland

  • Location

    Inverness. Open to discussion for Perth or Edinburgh offices.

  • Salary

    £28,000 to £55,000 (Depending on experience)

  • Date Posted

    16/10/2025

  • Closing Date

    Closing Soon 07/11/2025

Job description

Background

We believe that thriving forests make the world a better place. As a certified B Corp, TreeStory uses business as a force for good, combining technical forestry expertise with regenerative land management to create lasting environmental and social impact. Joining TreeStory means working with a team that values integrity, collaboration, and a deep connection to the land.

The role

Join our growing team as a Forester, responsible for hands-on project delivery, conducting site surveys, mapping, document preparation, and operational supervision. You’ll work in line with our Woodland Charter, the blueprint that shapes how we plan, deliver, and make decisions across all our projects.

Our Forester Pathway

We are looking for Foresters at all experience levels to join our team. Below we have outlined what a forestry career looks like at TreeStory; from building your foundations to leading landscape-scale projects.

  • Assistant Forester – Less than two years post-qualification; You build your professional foundations and support delivery while learning on the job.
  • Forester – More than two years post-qualification; You take on defined responsibilities, progress toward chartership, and complete tasks with confidence.
  • Forestry Consultant – Chartered Forester; You own your projects, manage your workload with support from a senior manager, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
  • Senior Project and Forestry Consultant – Minimum two years post-chartership; You lead the delivery of projects and portfolios and support the development of others.

 

Key responsibilities

  • Work across Scotland’s landscapes, from new woodland creation to mature forests, ensuring projects meet high standards.
  • Carry out site surveys, mapping, and planning to bring regenerative forestry projects to life.
  • Turn plans into action by supervising operations and working directly with contractors and clients.
  • Use tools such as Asana, QGIS, and Microsoft Office to keep projects on track.
  • Collaborate with foresters, ecologists, and consultants to share knowledge and solve challenges.
  • Senior candidates will lead project portfolios, mentor colleagues, and build strong client relationships.

 

What we’re looking for

  • Ambitious and able to thrive in a purpose-driven, fast-moving environment.
  • Passionate about sustainability, regenerative forestry, and B Corp values.
  • Innovative, curious, and committed to ongoing learning.
  • A supportive team player with strong communication skills.
  • Comfortable with technology (Microsoft Office, Slack, Zoom, Asana, QGIS).
  • Adaptable, with practical problem-solving skills.

 

You should have

Experience depending on level:

  • Assistant Forester: up to two years post-qualification; working toward ICF chartership.
  • Forester: more than two years post-qualification; working toward ICF chartership.
  • Forestry Consultant: ICF chartered; able to manage your own workload with senior support.
  • Senior Project and Forestry Consultant: at least two years post-chartership; responsible for delivery of projects and portfolios.

 

For all levels

  • Full UK driving licence

 

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and enhanced holiday provision
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements
  • Sustainable travel policy with extra days for sustainable commuting
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Strong personal and career development opportunities
  • Full access to TreeStory Learn Regenerative Forestry training with Dr Jens Haufe MICFor
  • Car allowance for Forestry Consultants and Senior Project and Forestry Consultants

 

How to apply

Please send your CV and cover letter to admin@treestory.org.uk by 12 noon on 7 November. Tell us what excites you about this opportunity, what you would bring to the role, and which level on our Forester Pathway best reflects your experience.

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