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The trees and timber industry employs around 31,300 people in the UK

There are over 6,200 businesses in the UK trees and timber industry

2,800,000 hectares of the UK is woodland area


 
 
Trees and Timber

Is the trees and timber industry right for you?

It could be right for you if:

  • You don’t want to be office bound and would like the opportunity to work outdoors
  • You relish responsibility and being part of a small team
  • You’re interested in protecting and managing the environment
  • You like working with and applying new technology
  • You enjoy operating tools and machinery

Top five useful skills to develop to work with trees and timber:

  • Knowledge of trees and their habitats
  • Business management skills
  • An understanding of environmental issues
  • An understanding of health and safety legislation and how to apply it
  • A variety of practical skills and knowledge

Click here to find out which qualifications could help you get these skills

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John Smith, Design Manager, Stewart Milne Timber Systems
"Trees and timber is a growing industry with lots of potential for growth"
John Smith

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