General Estate Worker

The Company:

Part of the Fred. Olsen Ltd group of companies since 1952, Forrest Estate is a 4300 hectare estate in St Johns Town of Dalry, Castle Douglas. The concept is to create a long-term commercial forest while enhancing rural employment. Over the years there has been significant investment with diversification into hydro-electric power, tourism field sports and importantly the development of Natural Power, expert consultants to the international renewable energy industry.

The Candidate:

• You will be a strong communicator across all levels and flexible in your approach to getting the job done.
• You will be a team player, keen to play your part and encourage others to do the same.
• Given the nature and location of the role, you will need to have a full, clean Driving Licence and have access to your own transport.
• Previous experience within forestry, agriculture or construction is a minimum requirement.
• We would be especially interested to hear from candidates with the following licenses/experience: Chainsaw operations Spraying Planting Brushcutters Industrial mowers 4x4’s ATV’s UTV’s Tractor Drivers Excavator Drivers - Rough terrain/Agricultural Engineering/Forestry Engineering Road Workers Plant fitters.
• Full training will be given to the successful candidate and remuneration will be based on skills and experience.

The Package:

Forrest Estate offers a wide range of exciting employee benefits including but not limited to Bupa Private Medical, Life Assurance, Discounted Travel, Cruise Concessions plus retail discounts and cash back incentives through our MyBenefits scheme. There is the possibility of an Estate property being available for a suitable candidate, this would be discussed further and confirmed at the stage of an offer being made.