Our mission is to build a state of the art carbonisation plant in North East England, supporting the rural economy with a new market for low grade timber and transforming this into a new product for pharmaceutical, agricultural and industrial users across the region and beyond.

Job title

Carbonisation Supply Chain Planner

Location
e:heat Main Office, Alnwick, NE66 2GD

Contract
10 hours per week for an initial period of 6 months, after which the scope of the post and number of hours will be reviewed.

Main purpose of the job
The post holder will be responsible for planning a hardwood supply chain from farm and estate woodlands and other sustainable sources in North East England.

Main responsibilities
• Build positive relationships with private and public sector woodland owners using phone, email and in-person meetings.
• Identify and document hardwood timber resources across the region.
• Construct GIS record of identified resources using Google Maps and associated apps.
• Develop models for encouraging the long-term supply of sustainable timber to the planned carbonisation plant.

re:heat are inviting applications for the post of Carbonisation Supply Chain Planner. He/she will need to be enthusiastic, resourceful, organised and demonstrate the ability to connect with farmers, foresters, estate owners and other land managers.

The post is part time, 10 hours per week for an initial 6 month period, after which we anticipate the role will broaden and the working hours will increase.

The salary is £25,000 (pro rata) paid monthly in arrears.

Skills/competencies 

• Good knowledge of woodland and land management and legislation.
• Project management skills and proven ability to meet targets and deadlines.
• Good IT skills.
• Evidence of a strong drive and ambition to succeed for the benefit of all stakeholders.
• Ability to engage effectively with audiences, but particularly farmers, foresters and land managers.
• A good team player able to work collaboratively with others both within and outside the organisation.

Qualifications
(desirable) A further or higher education qualification in forestry, arboriculture, countryside management, ecology or environmental science.

Full UK driving licence.

Experience
Previous experience working in a forestry or land-based organisation in the commercial, government or voluntary sectors.

To apply
To apply please send your CV (2 pages max) and a covering letter explaining why you are interested in this position, and how your skills and experience fit the main responsibilities and requirements of the role.

Also include separately the names and contact details of two referees who are able to comment on your suitability for this position, including one from your current or most recent employer. Submit your application by email to recruitment@reheat.uk.com.

Informal enquires about the role are welcome and should be directed to Neil
Harrison on 07917 632 171.

The closing date for applications is: Sunday 17 February 2019

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 5 March at the re:heat office.                                  

Further Information:

• Carbonisation Supply Chain Planner Job Description (0.13 MB)