Forester

Foresters manage forests for timber, conservation, recreation, and ecological health. The work involves assessing forest condition, planning harvesting and replanting, managing fire and pest risk, conducting inventories, and balancing economic, environmental, and recreational uses of woodland.

They work for forestry companies, government, and conservation bodies. The role suits knowledgeable, outdoor-oriented people who understand forest ecosystems, can plan for the long timescales forests live on, and balance the competing demands of producing timber and protecting the health and biodiversity of the forest.