Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Integrating Genomics and Dendrochronology to Predict Tree Growth for Resilient Future Forests
Our Applying dendrochronology for genomic resilience project supports UK afforestation goals by combining tree-ring data, genomics and climate modelling to identify which oak tree populations are best suited to future climates, moving beyond the traditional “local is best” approach. Two interns will help analyse genomic and growth data to improve predictions of tree adaptation under climate change and […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Predicting Pest and Disease Risks to Non-Native Trees
This internship will build on the work of our Predicting risk to non-native tree species from potential threats in the UK project to develop a model for predicting biotic threats to non-native tree species (NNTs) in the UK. As an intern, you will focus on testing and optimising an existing prediction pipeline that identifies potential pest and […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Farmers and Trees
Our Farmer action for tree resilience project is aiming to understand what motivates farmers to improve the health and resilience of trees on their farms and to co-design practical resources that support informed decision-making and action. Proposed interventions include a farmer guide, podcast, and peer-learning activities, developed with farmer input and supported by six farmer champions who […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Grey Squirrel Bark Stripping Behaviour
The Centre for Forest Protection’s Understanding grey squirrel bark stripping project is aiming to understand the chemical and behavioural factors behind grey squirrel bark-stripping damage by combining principles of chemical ecology, behavioural ecology, movement ecology, biologging, and machine learning. The research seeks to identify natural tree chemicals that deter squirrel feeding and develop new tools to […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Complex Yew Decline
The Centre for Forest Protection’s Researching complex yew decline project is investigating the causes of the ongoing decline of ancient yew trees in southern England by examining links between tree health, soil conditions, and the microbiome. As an intern, you will support fieldwork across the UK to assess and collect samples from yew populations, and laboratory […]
Shadow Volunteer Programme
Forestry England’s Shadow Volunteer scheme puts successful applicants into the heart of the work we do by placing them into teams where they will learn from Forestry England colleagues as they carry out their day-to-day tasks. Shadow volunteers are given training and will develop on-the-job skills and experience during their placements, which run one to three […]
Silviculturist
Job description The purpose of the job is to help deliver a four-year Defra funded project titled ‘Multi-Criteria Assessment for Tree Species Prioritisation’. The key aim is to produce a shortlist of priority tree species for future planting in England. This will involve identifying knowledge gaps in our understanding of the species’ silvicultural and ecological […]
Arboricultural Consultant
Develop your arboricultural consultancy career within one of the UK’s leading arboricultural consultancies, with opportunities to develop to a senior role. We are looking for Early-Level and Mid-Level Arboriculturists. About Treework Treework Environmental Practice is one of the UK’s leading arboricultural consultancy companies, valued for excellent service and innovation. Established in 1982, we have developed […]
Head of Forestry and Timber
We are Forestry England. We live and breathe forests. Salary – £48,765 – £52,557 Contract type – Permanent Hours – 37 hours per week Vacancy closes – 16th March 2026 23:58 Join us. We’re foresters, professionals and experts. We are a passionate team who love to share our enthusiasm and want to make a positive […]
Forest Operations Technical Lead
Join us in growing England’s largest new native forest! The Heart of England Forest is on an ambitious mission to create and conserve a vast woodland for generations to come. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Forest Operations Technical Lead to help us deliver this vision. About the Role As our Forest Operations Technical […]