As our Forestry Works Manager, you will effectively prepare full scoping of our proposed projects across the country, creating estimates, detailed plans and programmes, to ensure effective delivery within specified timescales and budgets.
As our Forestry Works Manager, you will be responsible for:
· Attending pre-commencement meetings with the client, representing, facilitating and supporting COOMBES’s programme
· Advise clients in forestry management and identify potential opportunities for COOMBES
· Proactively and effectively act as conduit between clients and the COOMBES team to ensure smooth work delivery and provision of an excellent service.
· Networking with third party companies and competitors to monitor and secure the best rates for harvesting and the sale of goods
· Ensuring procurement and reconciliation of materials is carried out in accordance with COOMBES policies and procedures.
· Attending and leading client meetings, representing COOMBES
· Establishing knowledge, whilst identifying and pursuing business opportunities that are in line with COOMBES’ business strategy
· Monitoring, managing and reporting on contract progress and production rates
· Establishing and developing relationships with landowners, forestry committees, harvesting contractors, sawmills and sub-contractors, identifying business development opportunities for COOMBES
· Effectively coordinating, directing and supervising teams of employed Operatives and sub-contractors to deliver works
· Providing periodic reviews including budgeting costs, timelines and other key information to the Forestry management team
· Arranging reactive response to equipment and machinery breakdowns, ensuring downtime and cost is kept to a minimum and routine maintenance is carried out
· Carrying out site/tree surveys and reporting findings
· Preparing risk assessments/method statements in line with company standards
· Observing and following all applicable safe methods of working, and health, safety and environmental rules/procedures
· Reporting any incidents or Close Calls immediately to the appropriate person
To be successful as our Forestry Works Manager, we would ideally like you to have the following skills/experience:
· Significant recent experience in Forestry or Arboriculture with excellent knowledge and understanding of the industry
· Relevant NPTC, CSCS, UA and SMSTS qualifications
· Proven project management skills
· Experienced in supervising and managing a forestry team, equipment and machinery
· Commercial acumen, including accurate cost control and efficient procurement
· Up to date with forestry, health, safety and environment standards/legislations
· Experience in tender and bid-writing
· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels
· Ability to read and interpret maps, including GPS/GIS and plan logistics within set timescales
· Strong influencing and negotiation skills
· Extensive experience in report writing and numerical data manipulation.
What else are we looking for?
· Experienced in managing forestry contracts in both the public and private sector
· CDM-related qualification(s) and relevant experience
· ICF membership/affiliation
· You will be confident working with various tools and possess a good working knowledge of health and safety practices
· You will take pride in your work, completing tasks to a high standard – self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
· A natural ability to build good working relationships with clients and colleagues
· Methodical approach to problem-solving with excellent attention to detail
You will be required to work outside from time to time, so you must be happy to work in all that the British weather has to offer.
What can you expect from us?
· Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
· Company vehicle & fuel card
· Annual bonus (based on company performance)
· Company pension scheme
· Training opportunities and support with personal/professional development
· Employee Assistance Programme – to support mental/physical health and provide legal/financial advice if required
· Access to online GP service for you/your family 24/7
· Rewards & discounts for retail/leisure & more
· Regular social events like our Summer Family Day & The COOMBESmas (Christmas) party
· Length of service awards to celebrate significant milestones
· Opportunities to support COOMBES Social Value objectives (community volunteering/fundraising, etc.)
COOMBES UK are a leading Arboriculture and Forestry Contractor, with over 20 years’ experience and expertise in the Forestry sector. We have forged a strong industry reputation, and we believe we have an unrivalled skill set and peerless knowledge of Forestry work at all levels.
COOMBES play a key role within the Rail industry, providing a whole manner of off-track solutions, and minor civils works, in partnership with Network Rail and other major contractors.
Following recent, significant growth, we currently have some exciting projects underway in woodland management, timber harvesting, rail and civils works across the UK. We have a strong record of achievement and are committed to meeting the growing demands for safe and efficient delivery.
A family-run SME, we believe in working collaboratively and operating as one team. Our success is only achieved through the hard work, dedication and skill of our people. Operating with transparency and integrity in all that we do, we take responsibility for our actions, empowering and supporting each other to be the best, most authentic version of ourselves consistently.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities, whilst ensuring that all employees and applicants are treated fairly and with respect.
Even if you don't meet all the qualifications or have all the experience listed, we still encourage you to apply. You may just be the ideal candidate for this role, or suitable for future vacancies. We are always keen to speak with talented individuals with an interest in joining us here at COOMBES and look forward to hearing from you soon.
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