Operations Forester – South West Region

Ireland’s leading Forestry, Ecology and Environment company, Veon Limited has over 30 years forest management experience and currently manages over 30,000 acres of high-quality commercial forests in Ireland and Scotland. The value of these assets is estimated at over €100 million.

Our services are tailored towards maximizing the commercial benefits of forestry for our clients. We are constantly investing in our staff and systems to deliver the best possible results making forestry a profitable and rewarding enterprise for our clients. Veon is headquartered in Dublin and has four strategically located offices throughout Ireland in Kilkenny, Galway, Limerick and Leitrim.

We are currently recruiting an Operations Forester in the South West Region with an opportunity to work with an experienced team and to progress your career in forestry. Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Operations Forester will be responsible for controlling all forestry operations in the South West Region covering Cork, Kerry and Limerick and you will be based in our Newcastle West Office.

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The Role

Arranging establishment, road, and harvesting operations in the region.
Contractor supervision.
Budget Control.
To assist the Regional Manager with sales from time to time.
Ensure maintenance of Veon health & safety standards.

Benefits of Operations Forester Role

Competitive Salary
Company vehicle
Mobile Phone, Laptop and vouched expenses
Professional Membership Fees covered.
Company PRSA
Opportunities for career development within a growing organisation
Ongoing relevant training
Team days.

Requirements of Operations Forester Role

Relevant Third level qualification in forestry.
Full clean driving licence.
Excellent IT and GIS Skills.
Self-starter with ability to work as part of a team.
Strong organisational, administrative and communication skills.
Deadline orientated.

To apply for this position, please forward a copy of your current CV to careers@veon.ie. Closing date for applications is Friday 29th January 2022

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