We are looking for team members who are passionate about nature, enjoy working for a charity, and take pride in contributing to projects that benefit both people and the planet. If you’re used to working outdoors, understand land management, and want a role with more purpose and stability, this could be a good fit.
Life for a Life Memorial Forests is a UK charity dedicated to creating living memorials through the planting and care of trees. Our forests provide peaceful spaces for remembrance, support biodiversity, enhance green spaces, and benefit local communities.
The Role
This is a practical, site-based role focused on tree work, habitat management, and grounds maintenance. You’ll help ensure our memorial forests are accessible, well-maintained, and thriving ecosystems.
Salary: £27,976 pa (equivalent of £13.45 per hour).
Day-to-day work includes:
· Tree planting and aftercare (from young stock to medium sized trees)
· Preparing and planting memorial trees, supporting families during dedication ceremonies
· Grassland and meadow management
· Hedge work and seasonal pruning
· General woodland maintenance and site upkeep
· Installing and maintaining benches, memorials, and site features
· Using and maintaining tools and machinery safely
· Supporting volunteers and occasional community days
You’ll be working in spaces used by visiting families, so a calm, respectful approach is essential.
What this role involves
· Working outdoors in all seasons and weather
· Physically active, hands-on work
· Adapting to changing priorities due to weather, site needs, or visits
· A mix of independent working and being part of a small team
· Contributing to long-term woodland and environmental stewardship
What your'll receive:
· A competitive rate of pay
· Enhanced annual leave
· Holiday buy and sell scheme
· Employee Assistance Programme access
· Tailored training on equipment and driving needs where required
· Possible progression opportunities in the future
· Working with a passionate team with a community and ethical focus.
What we’re looking for
This role will suit someone who:
· Has some forestry, countryside management, or land-based experience
· Is confident working outdoors in varied conditions
· Understands tree care, planting, and site maintenance basics
· Is practical, self-reliant, and takes pride in their work
· Can work steadily without constant supervision
· Is adaptable and able to adjust plans when priorities change
· Is comfortable interacting with members of the public, including in sensitive situations
You don’t need to be highly specialised, but you should already be comfortable in an outdoor working environment.
Essential Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates must confirm that:
· Hold a full, clean manual driving licence
· Confident driving a medium wheelbase, high-roof van (Additional training available if required)
· You are comfortable towing a trailer for transporting machinery (Training can be provided)
· You can reliably travel to our yard in Royton, Oldham (typically 8am or 9am starts)
· You are willing to work a 5-out-of-7 working pattern, including regular weekends
· You are comfortable working outdoors in most weather conditions
Useful (but not essential)
· Forestry, arboriculture, or countryside management background
· Chainsaw tickets or similar qualifications
· Experience with grounds maintenance or habitat management
· Experience using machinery (mowers, strimmers, etc.)
Why join us?
If you are passionate about nature, compassionate toward others, and looking for a practical role where your work genuinely makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £27,976.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you confident driving a medium wheelbase, high-roof van?
- Can you reliably travel to our yard in Royton, Oldham (typically 8am or 9am starts)?
- Are you willing to work a 5-out-of-7 working pattern, including regular weekends?
Licence/Certification:
- full, clean driving licence (required)
Work Location: In person
