Senior Forest Technologist

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Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for a Senior Forest Technologist with opportunity to work out of our Prince George or Smithers locations, within the Interior of British Columbia.

WHO WE ARE

With 11 locations throughout Canada, Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry technology, strategic planning, resource and land management and professional forestry. Forsite has been SAFE certified since 2007 and is committed growth, innovation and maintaining a safe and respectful working environment

At Forsite we will excel by being a flexible, adaptable, people-oriented business that grows and profits by creating value for our customers and opportunities for our employees. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, the Sr. Forest Technologist is responsible for forest development activities including reconnaissance road/cutblock engineering, ecological and riparian assessments, and completing the associated plans, deliverables, and appraisal packages in a safe, timely, cost effective and professional manner.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• A safety conscious attitude;
• Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in forestry;
• Registered or eligible to be registered with the FPBC;
• Minimum three (3) years' experience of multiphase timber development experience in British Columbia;
• Broad understanding and experience in general forestry practices and operational forest planning; and
• A valid driver's license and safe driving record.

WHO YOU ARE

• Enthusiastic with a passion for forestry and working outdoors;
• Professional with a friendly and courteous manner, being service and team oriented;
• Able to work both independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a project team environment;
• Flexible with strong organizational and time management skills to with ability to work under pressure to meet targets; and
• Able to work with excellent attention to detail with work accuracy and quality.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development and a company matched pension program.

Forsite welcomes applications from everyone and is looking for the most suitable individual for the position available with the skills and knowledge to effectively complete the duties required of the position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.