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Woodland Officer
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Woodland Officer

Penrith
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Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 8th February 2026

Overview

The Woodland Officer role can be seen as the ‘face’ of the Forestry Commission to landowners, managers and stakeholders. Each Woodland Officer has their own geographic area of primary responsibility, enabling them to develop a strategic view of the local landscape, a network of local stakeholders and an understanding of the challenges and opportunities. In your ‘patch,’ you will be at the forefront of delivering the Forestry Commission’s incentives and Regulations, and able to provide advice and support to the private forestry sector in addition to Local Authorities and Defra colleagues.

Forestry Commission

Woodland Officer

We are seeking dynamic individuals with experience in forestry and/or land management, who are quick to learn and inspire and enthuse others. You have the opportunity to work in a blended manner from the office and at home covering an agreed geographic area, sometimes supporting colleagues in other areas. The post holder will work 44 hours per week.

At a glance

  • Expand Woodland Cover
  • Protect our existing trees and woodlands
  • Improve the condition and resilience of our existing woodlands and wider treescape
  • Engaging partners, stakeholders and the public
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