What’s it like to be a harvester operator in UK forestry? | Forester Asks Questions

Forester Asks Questions #17 - John Wright aka ‪@Logger_john‬, Harvester operator at Even Forestry.

In this episode of Forester Asks Questions, I catch up with a professional harvester operator from Even Forestry, a UK timber harvesting contractor, to talk honestly about life in the machine. We cover the real challenges operators face, the best and worst parts of the job, and what young people need to know if they’re considering a career in forestry machine operating.

From long days in the cab and working in tough ground conditions, to job satisfaction, technology, and career progression — this is a no-nonsense insight into modern mechanised forestry in the UK.

Whether you’re:
• Thinking about becoming a harvester or forwarder operator
• Already working in forestry or timber harvesting
• A student, contractor, forest manager, or just curious about how UK forests are harvested

👉 This episode gives you a first-hand operator’s perspective from the cutting edge of the industry.

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