BSW Group
BSW Group Headquarters Location
BSW Timber Ltd, East End, Earlston, TD4 6JA
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About BSW Group
As the largest forestry and timber business in the UK, and a member of Binderholz – Europe’s leading timber processing operation – BSW Group is a rapidly developing multi-site business, with a turnover in excess of £650m and operations spanning forestry, sawmilling, timber manufacturing and energy.
With over 1,800 employees across the BSW Group, we take growing our people as seriously as growing our trees. Our sector provides a rich balance of commercial and environment-focused careers, as well as the opportunity to develop high-level skills, and contribute to a sustainable industry.
The sector’s largest integrated business, we help people see the bigger picture and encourage them to work with wood and woodlands. If you have the passion, we have the scale and capabilities to enhance your knowledge and grow your career.
Robert Lamont | BSW Timber DalbeattieWith over 1,800 employees across the BSW Group, we take growing our people as seriously as growing our trees. Our sector provides a rich balance of commercial and environment-focused careers, as well as the opportunity to develop high-level skills, and contribute to a sustainable industry.
The sector’s largest integrated business, we help people see the bigger picture and encourage them to work with wood and woodlands. If you have the passion, we have the scale and capabilities to enhance your knowledge and grow your career.
Robert Lamont
Primary Operations Manager at BSW Timber, Dalbeattie
"BSW are owned by a family-run business, so everyone plays a key role in our success. I’ve been with BSW for 21 years and throughout my time I’ve been supported in my progression from Trainee Operator to Primary Operations Manager. We’re dealing with a natural product, so the challenges we face are always evolving, helping to drive business innovations and develop our expertise."
Simon Brooks | BSW Timber CarlislePrimary Operations Manager at BSW Timber, Dalbeattie
"BSW are owned by a family-run business, so everyone plays a key role in our success. I’ve been with BSW for 21 years and throughout my time I’ve been supported in my progression from Trainee Operator to Primary Operations Manager. We’re dealing with a natural product, so the challenges we face are always evolving, helping to drive business innovations and develop our expertise."
Simon Brooks
Greenmill Operations Manager at BSW Timber, Carlisle
"I joined BSW in 2013 through the graduate management programme. Whilst I knew very little about sawmilling, it was apparent that BSW were keen to develop their people, and the scope of learning and career development opportunities was very apparent.
Since then, I have developed great working relationships with colleagues on-site and around the Group, and with their support I have progressed into the role of Operations Manager here in Carlisle!
Whether you’re trying something new or are faced with a new challenge, there is always someone within the BSW Group with the right knowledge to help."
Sian Laud | TilhillGreenmill Operations Manager at BSW Timber, Carlisle
"I joined BSW in 2013 through the graduate management programme. Whilst I knew very little about sawmilling, it was apparent that BSW were keen to develop their people, and the scope of learning and career development opportunities was very apparent.
Since then, I have developed great working relationships with colleagues on-site and around the Group, and with their support I have progressed into the role of Operations Manager here in Carlisle!
Whether you’re trying something new or are faced with a new challenge, there is always someone within the BSW Group with the right knowledge to help."
Sian Laud
Assistant Harvesting Manager at Tilhill
"As I approached the end of my MSc in Conservation Biology I decided to apply for the Tilhill graduate scheme and joined their central Harvesting team in September 2021. Tilhill are at the forefront of sustainable forestry and one of the things that attracted me to the business was how closely each of the divisions works together.
Being part of the wider BSW Group gives us the chance to see and understand the entire process from seed to sawn product, which is a rare opportunity in our industry. As a Group we have a great company ethos; everyone is approachable and more than happy to help when I encounter any new challenges."
Andrew Fisher | TilhillAssistant Harvesting Manager at Tilhill
"As I approached the end of my MSc in Conservation Biology I decided to apply for the Tilhill graduate scheme and joined their central Harvesting team in September 2021. Tilhill are at the forefront of sustainable forestry and one of the things that attracted me to the business was how closely each of the divisions works together.
Being part of the wider BSW Group gives us the chance to see and understand the entire process from seed to sawn product, which is a rare opportunity in our industry. As a Group we have a great company ethos; everyone is approachable and more than happy to help when I encounter any new challenges."
Andrew Fisher
Area Manager at Tilhill
"I joined Tilhill in 2013 through the company graduate scheme and I quickly progressed to becoming a Forest Manager, before climbing the ranks to my current position as an Area Manager. Working with Tilhill is very rewarding – I enjoy seeing my work come to fruition in the forests and supporting junior staff members develop into seasoned professionals.
A career in forestry means there are always new things to learn. The culture across Tilhill is very supportive and being a part of the BSW Group gives a unique network of support and experience across our supply chain."
Area Manager at Tilhill
"I joined Tilhill in 2013 through the company graduate scheme and I quickly progressed to becoming a Forest Manager, before climbing the ranks to my current position as an Area Manager. Working with Tilhill is very rewarding – I enjoy seeing my work come to fruition in the forests and supporting junior staff members develop into seasoned professionals.
A career in forestry means there are always new things to learn. The culture across Tilhill is very supportive and being a part of the BSW Group gives a unique network of support and experience across our supply chain."
Number of Employees in BSW Group
1,001 to 5,000
BSW Group Revenue
£366m to £730m (GBP)
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