Woodland / Horticultural Operative x2

Wild by Design

Dorking, Surrey
£28,000+ DOE
Full Time • Permanent
Closing date not specified, apply soon!

Food, Farming & HorticultureConservation & Wildlife


We’re looking for an enthusiastic Woodland/Horticultural Operative to join our passionate and experienced team. This diverse role will see you involved in a variety of projects, from woodland and estate management to environmental restoration and outdoor craftsmanship. No two days are the same, and your work will make a tangible impact on the landscapes we help nurture. As this is a new area of the business, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the role, drive future projects, and establish best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with woodland and estate management, including tree work, forestry, and vegetation management
  • Take part in creating wildflower meadows, installing ponds, planting trees, and other landscaping activities
  • Support the creation of bespoke woodland furniture and participate in woodland crafts
  • Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, ensuring the highest standards of safety and environmental care
  • Collaborate with the team while also being able to work independently
  • Continuously learn and develop your skills in woodland management, horticulture, and conservation

What We’re Looking For:

We value passion for the environment just as much as experience. If you’re a hard worker with a love for the outdoors and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you! Key attributes we’re looking for include:

  • A strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
  • The ability to thrive in a team or work independently with minimal supervision
  • Physical fitness and the stamina to handle the physical demands of the role
  • A willingness to adapt to changing conditions and technologies
  • A passion for learning and professional development

Desirable Experience & Qualifications (not essential):

While prior experience is an advantage, it’s not essential. We’re happy to support the right candidate in gaining relevant skills and certifications. However, the following would be beneficial:

  • Understanding of Woodland Flora and Fauna
  • Certification or training in arboriculture, forestry, or a related field
  • Previous practical experience in agriculture, forestry, or horticulture
  • Experience operating chainsaws or other tree care tools
  • Knowledge of habitat management and sustainability practices
  • Interest or experience in woodland crafts and environmental conservation
  • Full UK driving license (preferred)

If you’re looking for a rewarding career that combines hands-on work with a genuine passion for the environment, we’d love to hear from you. 

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About Wild by Design

Wild by Design was founded by Tarun and Max in 2018. We have grown into a thriving small business, completing high quality garden design and build projects. Over the past 6 years we have built a highly skilled core team of landscapers, designers and office staff as well as network of skilled specialist subcontractors and a wide range of quality suppliers. Based in Dorking in Surrey most of our projects are in the home counties, London and the South West, although we will travel further if the project aligns well with our company ethos.  We are fully insured and accredited with the UK’s leading landscaping trade body – British Associated of Landscaping Industry (BALI). We are also partnered with the Surrey Wildlife Trust and in 2023 we won a Pro landscaper 30 under 30 award. 

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