Agriculture - Forestry Worker
Agriculture - Forestry Worker
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Forestry workers plant, manage and harvest trees and care for the environment in forests and woodland.
- Clear undergrowth like shrubs and plants so you can plant tree seedlings
- Cut down trees and branches and get timber ready to be removed
- Put up fences, gates and public information notices
- Clear footpaths and nature trails
- Maintain equipment, drainage systems and car parks
- Protect the forest from pests and diseases and prevent forest fires
You could work in woodland.
Your working environment may be physically demanding and outdoors in all weathers.
You may need to wear protective clothing.
Forestry Workers tend to work between 42 to 44 hours a week. You could work between 8am and 6pm during the week.
Starting: £19,000
Experienced: £30,000
You could take a course at an agricultural college to learn some of the skills.
You could get into this job by doing a Forest Craftsperson Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship. If you have an EHCP you may be able to apply under the DfE exemption which allows the apprentice to use Entry level 3 English and Maths qualifications. The apprentice would have to be component enough to successfully achieve all other aspects of the apprenticeship requirements, become occupationally competent and achieve Entry Level 3 in English and Maths before the end of their apprenticeship.
You may find it useful when looking for jobs to have some relevant practical experience. You could volunteer with local organisations.
You could apply directly to become a forestry worker.
You'll usually need certain licences, for instance, a licence for chainsaw operations or for driving agricultural machinery.