Forestry Regional Manager (Mid-West Region)
Veon is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Regional Manager in the Mid West region to join our growing team throughout Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high quality forestry services to a PEFC forest management standard, while contributing to the continued success and expansion of our business.
Veon is a leading provider of Forestry, Ecology and Arboriculture services offering a nationwide service to the forestry, renewable energy, local and national government, private developers and public bodies. We are looking for a strong and motivated leader with excellent organisational and communication skills and a professional commercial mindset. In return we offer the opportunity to be part of an ambitious, supportive team committed to innovation, growth, and excellence within the forestry sector.
Reporting to the Operations Manager and based in our regional office in Oranmore, Co. Galway, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing all forestry sales, operations and developing strong relationships with all stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be based in our regional office in Oranmore, Co. Galway and will manage forestry activities in the Mid-West Region.
The Role
- Manage an extensive forestry portfolio in the Mid-west region.
- Work with Veon’s Renewable Energy, Ecology and Arboriculture teams to deliver bespoke projects across our multidisciplinary team.
- Conduct quarterly regional planning with Operations Manager and regional team
- Carry out annual budgeting and operational planning within the company’s Management Information System.
- Execution of quarterly and annual plans to a high standard, within budget and on time reporting within the company’s Management Information System.
- Working with the company’s Health and Safety officer, adhere to Veon’s health and safety requirements and enforce standards amongst Veon’s team and contractors working on client’s properties.
- Adherence to Veon’s systems for the management and execution of company policies and operations.
- Generating new harvesting, roading and establishment sales.
- Managing issues as they arise within the region and working with the team, provide and deliver effective solutions for our clients.
- Assist in answering client enquiries professionally, on time and to a high standard.
- In the delivery of professional services projects for our clients, ensure that reports are prepared to a high standard, accurately and on time.
Requirements of Regional Manager Role
- Relevant Third Level Forestry Qualification. Level 7 degree or higher.
- Full Irish driving licence (manual)
- Excellent leadership, planning and organisational skills.
- Strong communication and report writing skills.
- High level of proficiency in IT systems, including Customer Relationship Management Systems, GIS, Word, and Excel.
- Knowledge of current Irish forestry legislation, forestry schemes and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health and safety requirements as they apply to forestry
- 3 Years relevant experience in the Forestry Industry.
- Fluent in English.
Benefits of Regional Manager Role
- Competitive Salary.
- Company vehicle.
- Mobile Phone, Laptop, and vouched expenses.
- Professional Membership of the Society of Irish Foresters Fees covered.
- Company PRSA.
- Opportunities for career development within a growing organisation. Ongoing relevant training and Team days.
To apply for this position, please forward a copy of your current CV and letter of application to [email protected]. Closing date for applications is 31st August 2026.
Education:
- Advanced/Higher Certificate (required)
Experience:
- Irish Forestry: 3 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Full Irish Manual Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: On the road
