Lucy Davidson
Glenalmond,Perth and Kinross
Summary
Experienced in sustainable forest management and conservation, focusing on innovative solutions for biodiversity enhancement and land use optimisation. Demonstrated ability to implement strategic plans effectively while ensuring compliance with budgets and health and safety regulations. Committed to fostering environmental stewardship and achieving ecological balance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Forestry consultant
Self Employed
Perth, Perth and Kinross
2023.07 - Current
- Managed forestry operations at Highfield Forestry Ltd, ensuring sustainable practices and compliance with environmental standards.
- Managed site logistics for delivery of forest operations, including transportation routes and resource allocation for optimal woodland creation.
- Performed comprehensive site inspections focusing on management and operational plan adherence, utilising established checklists and regulatory standards.
- Coordinated reforestation and management practices to support long-term timber yield and ecological balance.
- Conducted regular surveys to monitor tree growth, health and biodiversity.
- Ensured strict adherence to all health and safety regulations through comprehensive site planning and proactive toolbox talks.
- Conducted tendering processes for multiple operations to ensure best quality and value for money.
- Oversaw budget management to uphold stringent financial controls throughout operational delivery.
Administrative assistant
Highfield Forestry Ltd
Perth, Perth and Kinross
2023.06 - 2023.08
- Performed bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing and expense tracking.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency in the workplace.
- Updated new company databases from the previous systems to make the office paper free
- Handled sensitive information discreetly maintaining high level confidentiality at all times.
Tree Planting Contactor
Self Employed
Turriff, Aberdeenshire
2007.09 - 2023.04
- Delivered projects on schedule through diligent planning and time management skills.
- Negotiated contracts for favourable terms and conditions.
- Efficiently managed resources, reducing unnecessary wastage of materials and manpower.
- Coordinated subcontractors, resulting in timely completion of tasks.
- Allocated tasks according to individual skill sets, maximising productivity on-site.
- Mitigated potential delays through proactive problem-solving techniques.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Sustainable Forest Management
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen 2024.09 - 2025.06
Skills
- Tree identification knowledge
- Collaborative working
- Silviculture systems understanding
- Forest inventory
- Carbon sequestration understanding
- Forest ecology understanding
- Commercial timber production
- Project leadership
Certification
- First Aid +F
- Forest Works Manager
- ATV Competency
Affiliations
- Eventing, show jumping & dressage
- Running
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Higher National Diploma - Sustainable Forest Management
University of Aberdeen
2024.09 - 2025.06
Forestry consultant
Self Employed
2023.07 - Current
Administrative assistant
Highfield Forestry Ltd
2023.06 - 2023.08
Tree Planting Contactor
Self Employed
2007.09 - 2023.04