Explore Exciting Careers in the Irish Forestry Industry! 

Forestry is much more than just growing trees - this dynamic sector, set to double in size over the next decade, is a vital and growing part of the Irish economy and offers a wide range of career opportunities, from growing and nurturing young forests to planning and managing mature forests.

Why Choose a Career in Forestry? 

The forestry sector in Ireland is thriving. With a strong focus on sustainability and an increasing demand for high-quality timber products in Ireland and the UK, this growth is set to continue, driven by sustainable practices, an increase in forest harvests and a commitment to producing high quality, sustainable timber products for construction.

Diverse Career Paths 

Whether you love working outdoors or prefer an office environment, there’s a place for you in forestry. Forestry offers a wide variety of roles and needs skilled professionals in various fields into the future, including:

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• Forester & Forest Workers: Oversee the health and productivity of forests.
• Ecologists: Take care of nature and the environment, ensuring sustainable practices.
• Forest Machine Operators: Specialise in the harvesting and transporting for collection.
• Haulage Workers: Ensure efficient collection and transport of timber.
• Horticulturalists: Specialise in growing and nurturing young trees.
• Engineers and Accountants: Support the industry with financial and technical expertise.
• Sawmill Managers: Manage the processing of timber into valuable and sustainable wood products.
• Research and Development Roles: Innovate and improve forestry practices.

Key Areas in this sector include

• Forest Management – Sustainable planning and conservation of forests.
• Silviculture – Cultivating and regenerating forests.
• Timber Production – Harvesting and processing sustainable wood products for commercial use including construction
• Wildlife Conservation – Managing habitats for biodiversity and ecosystem balance.
• Agroforestry –Integrating trees with agricultural practices