Forestry Civil Engineer

We are working on behalf of a leading public sector environmental organisation in Wales to recruit a Forestry Civil Engineer to join their Integrated Engineering team in the South Wales.

This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineering professional to take on a varied role supporting forestry infrastructure across Wales - delivering projects that directly contribute to sustainable land management and environmental protection.

The Role

You will support the delivery of the annual forestry engineering programme, helping to plan and oversee civil engineering works across the forest estate. Working closely with contractors, internal teams and stakeholders, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with environmental standards.

You'll play a key part in the planning of harvesting operations, maintenance of forestry road networks, and delivery of infrastructure projects, with responsibilities spanning contract supervision, inspections, surveying, reporting and budget monitoring.

The organisation supports flexible and hybrid working, with office location agreed within the South Central area of Wales.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction, upgrade and maintenance of forest roads and harvesting facilities within budget
• Inspect roads and footbridges at scheduled intervals and maintain accurate records
• Carry out quarry and borrow pit inspections in line with regulations and report any breaches
• Plan and prioritise resources to ensure projects meet time, cost and quality standards
• Monitor budgets and highlight risks of under/overspend
• Undertake EDM/level survey work and setting-out activities
• Produce contract drawings and technical documentation
• Compile tender documentation and drawings
• Liaise with statutory bodies and stakeholders regarding proposed works
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards (including CDM 2015)
• Participate in incident response activities when required

Essential Experience / Skills

Applicants will be assessed against the following criteria:

• Civil engineering contract management and project planning experience
• Understanding of NEC3 contracts
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 and construction H&S/environmental risk management
• Experience of working in rural/upland environments and knowledge of forest road construction
• Understanding of concrete and timber bridge construction techniques
• Familiarity with Forest and Water Guidelines and the Water Framework Directive
• Knowledge of Quarry Regulations (1999) and quarry management processes
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (or similar CAD packages)
• Knowledge of MS Project
• Experience delivering projects through framework contracts
• Experience managing individuals or teams
• Experience compiling tenders and drawings
• Membership of a professional body (e.g. ICE) is desirable

What's On Offer

• Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97%
• 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
• Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
• Commitment to professional development
• Health and wellbeing benefits and support
• Weekly wellbeing hour to use as you choose

Apply Now

To apply or to request further details, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment directly to discuss the role and application process in confidence.