We are recruiting for two roles, one in Avon Wildlife Trust and one in Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. The job description and person specification are the same for each role. You can elect a preference for one or either Wildlife Trust in your application form. Help Create the Western Forest The Western Forest is a bold new initiative forming part of England’s National Forest Network - connecting landscapes across Avon, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire. Together with a wide network of partners, we’re working to restore nature, improve wellbeing and generate green growth. As a Farm & Tree Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in planning and delivering woodland creation, supporting our ambition to establish 2,500 hectares of new woodland by 2030. You’ll be working directly with farmers and landowners to bring tree‑planting projects to life - ensuring the right trees are planted in the right places, supported by the right grants and funding. You’ll be joining a friendly, supportive team in Avon or Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, supported by the Western Forest team expertise and embedded in a region‑wide nature recovery network. What You’ll Be Doing Acting as an on‑the‑ground representative of Avon / Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust and the Western Forest Identifying new tree and woodland creation opportunities with existing and new farmer and landowner contacts Building and developing strong, trusted relationships with farmers and landowners in your area Delivering a one‑stop shop advisory service for tree planting, including site visits, planting design support and grant guidance Producing tree creation plans that deliver benefits to the farming system and wider land use Managing multiple landowner projects simultaneously - mapping, costing, planning and reporting Preparing and submitting grant applications and navigating regulatory requirements Working collaboratively with forestry agents, farmers, partners, and other environmental NGOs About You We're looking for someone who combines farm and tree expertise with strong project management and communication and engagement skills. You’ll thrive when working with people to deliver meaningful change on the ground that works for them and the environment. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion Avon / Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust and Western Forest are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We believe that nature is for everyone, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. We operate a blind shortlisting process to ensure fairness and focus on your skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.