Trees & Woodland Adviser

Job Description

Summary As the National Trust embraces the future, we are increasing our ambitions to restore nature and step up our response to the climate crisis. We are seeking to make habitats for nature bigger, better more and joined up and are aiming to be carbon net zeroby 2030, not least through the planting of 20 million trees across Northern Ireland, England and Wales. We also want to increase access to the countryside to enable more people to enjoy the benefits of getting outdoors and feeling closer to nature.The role of Tree and Woodland Adviser for National Trust provides a unique opportunity to operate strategically and help to shape the delivery of our woodland establishment ambitions across the land we care for in Northern Ireland. As a key internal consultantyoull help to form strategic direction and Trees & Woodlands leadership to our countryside teams who care for some of the most diverse and special wooded habitats and ancient trees in Northern Ireland. This is a special role which requires an individualwho can apply their broad experience across forestry and arboriculture to inspire and provide expert guidance to colleagues to ensure the management of our trees and woodlands is carried out to an exemplary standard.What its like to work here Youll be working with passionate people and inspiring places, with the opportunity to make a difference every day.Your contractual location will be Rowallane Garden, Saintfield, however there will be an opportunity to explore and agree hybrid working arrangementswhich strike the right balance for you and the Trust. The role will also involve travel to properties or regional hubs to meet with stakeholders and to carry out work. What youll be doing As a key member in our region-wide Land and Nature team Its about:

• Bringing innovative thinking to our woodland creation and land management ambitions and creating a local strategy for delivery
• Using and enhancing our woodland management plans and working with property teams to restore existing woodland
• Having great connections in the forestry industry to help us mobilise resources and build strong partnerships around our key work areas
• Overseeing key forestry projects and supports the operational teams to ensure that grant funded woodland work is done in compliance with the funding requirements of any grant funding
• Contributing to other aspects of trees and woodland advice (e.g. tree safety management) as required.

Who were looking for

• Ability to deliver through teams including external contractors and colleagues outside your line management
• A good knowledge of harvesting, marketing and using timber
• A high level of technical knowledge of woodland management including arboriculture and the care of ancient and veteran trees
• Substantial knowledge of the wildlife of trees and woods with full understanding of external issues, legislation, policy practice instructions
• Excellent consulting skills of listening, building trust and acting to deliver a high-quality service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent project management skills

The package The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. Were working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. Its important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say were for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Free parking at most locations

• Free entry to our properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

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