Forestry Supervisor

You take initiative, display strong active listening skills and have an inclination to ask insightful questions. You excel in effectively leading groups and engaging stakeholders, and consistently maintain a keen sense of urgency. A self-starter who also has the ability to work independently, ensuring the precision of your work and exhibiting a meticulous attention to detail are of paramount importance to you.

As the Planning Supervisor, your role may encompass a range of important responsibilities related to planning activities, cutting permit acquisition, overseeing project management and field operations. Your contributions will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth progression of various tasks. This position is full-time with the Kootenay Woodlands Team.

As a Planning Supervisor, your responsibilities will include :

• Safely conduct field and office activities related to forest Planning, including block design and reconnaissance.
• Ensure compliance with operational plans, legal requirements and company policy.
• Work and form positive relationships with internal customers, team members, First Nations, Government Agencies, the public and other stakeholders.
• Managing and completing all activities associated with Cutting Permit and Road Permit Acquisitions, including Appraisals, Site Plans, Engineered Cost Estimates, etc
• Implementing and improving stumpage management best practices
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality field layout and data while meeting business plan requirements.
• Conduct activities consistent with the Canfor Operating System.
• Prepare budgets and manage costs within your specific responsibilities.

For this role, you will bring :

• University Degree or Technical Diploma with a minimum of 5 years forestry experience.
• Registered or eligible for registration as an RPF or RFT with the Association of BC Forest Professionals
• Excellent leadership, communication & project management skills, with the ability to work within a team environment.
• Excellent knowledge of applicable B.C. legislation and policies.

Preference may be given to those with extensive experience with:

• Varied experience in Forest planning, Cutting Permit acquisition, Harvesting and Silviculture
• Fostering positive First Nations relationships

The salary range for this position is: $79,450.00-$113,500.00

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

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