Location
Ideally Cannock or Delamere, but willing to consider any Forestry England office in Central District.

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£32,089 - £32,724 per annum

About the Role
Join Forestry England, a passionate team dedicated to growing the nation’s forests for everyone. As a Project Officer, you will support the development and delivery of district projects, with a particular focus on recreation projects. You will work closely with district and national staff, covering projects across the district and reporting to the Programme Manager. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your project management skills while contributing to creating amazing places and experiences, supporting wildlife habitats, improving air quality, and producing sustainable timber.

Benefits
Forestry England contributes an average of 28.97% towards your pension through membership of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme. You will receive 25 days holiday per year, increasing by one day per year of service up to 30 days (pro-rated for part-time employees), plus bank holidays. The STaR employee benefits scheme offers discounts on supermarket shopping, hotels, clothing, mobile phones, insurance, holidays, gym memberships, household bills, and wellbeing apps. Free parking is available at Forestry England sites, along with free entry to National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury. Forestry England is committed to lifelong learning and career development, supporting continual professional development, individual learning plans, and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Relevant experience in project support or management is desirable. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders and manage diverse projects across a district.

About you
Passionate about forestry and the environment, with strong communication and influencing skills. Able to deliver at pace, see the big picture, make decisions, and manage quality services. Motivated to contribute positively to the environment and community. Willingness to undergo security and criminal record checks as part of the recruitment process.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are explicitly required, but relevant education or experience in project management, forestry, environmental science, or related fields will be advantageous.