Job Description

Salary

42,467 - 45,735 plus 28.97% Employer pension contributions

Contractual hours

35

Basis

Full time

Region

National

Job category/type

FLS Land Management

Date posted

16/10/2025

Job reference

REQ1020



Forestry and Land Scotland is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Peatland Technical Advisor to join our national Planning and Environment team. This is a unique opportunity to lead on peatland restoration and management across Scotland's national forests and land, contributing to climate change mitigation, biodiversity enhancement, and sustainable land use.

You'll lead on technical advice for peatland restoration, working closely with regional teams, ecologists, and foresters to support large-scale projects funded by Scottish Government Peatland ACTION. You'll also contribute to land management planning, infrastructure assessments, and national contract delivery, while promoting best practice across the organisation.

We're looking for someone with hands-on experience in peatland restoration (particularly forest to bog projects) alongside strong ecological knowledge and excellent communication skills. You'll be confident working across teams and advising on complex environmental projects.

Join us and help protect and restore one of Scotland's most vital habitats!

Please click here to view the full list of benefits of working for us.

If this sounds like a role you're interested in, we'd encourage you to apply with your CV and Cover Letter - please ensure you provide evidence of the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the and Success Profile above.