Forestry Works Manager
This one day course is designed for Forestry Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
This course is suitable as a Refresher for those who have previously undertaken FISA FWM Training.
Location: UK
Study mode: Classroom
Duration: 1 day
Cost: From £195.00+VAT per person*
Objectives
The Legal System & Understanding all Responsibilities;
Guidance on Managing Health & Safety in Forestry;
Planning & Risk Assessment;
Contractor Management;
Site Management;
Operational Hazards;
Incident Management & Investigation.
This is a training only course, supported by FISA, designed by mwmac Ltd.
Who should attend?
Existing Forestry Works Managers
Site Supervisors
Team Leaders
Managers within Forestry
Forestry contractors wishing to understand their responsibilities on site
Lead Instructor
Iwan Lloyd-Williams MICFor
Iwan is a Chartered Forester with over 20 years of experience in forestry and timber. As the owner of Iwan Meirion Consultancy, he offers forest management, timber sales, and safety consultancy services across the UK. His leadership roles include Director at DSHWOOD UK Limited and Head of Timber Purchasing at Clifford Jones Timber Group. Previously, he was Regional Harvesting Manager at UPM Tilhill, highlighting his expertise in harvesting and forest management.
Iwan volunteers extensively in the forestry sector, serving as Chair of Confor’s Wales Committee, Assistant Honorary Director of Forestry at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, and a member of Natural Resources Wales' Regional Advisory Committee. He has been key in securing funding for woodland creation in Wales and improving public forest management. Iwan is also a trustee for the DPJ Foundation, promoting mental health in rural Wales, and Chair of the WalesYFC Finance and Management Committee, overseeing governance changes in the federation. His leadership reflects his commitment to forestry and community.
Other Information
This course has the option of accredited certification from Lantra.
We are able to tailor this course for specific organisation requirements.
*Bespoke option available: We can organise this course on your site subject to planning & preparation costs.