Senior Planning Forester

Weyerhaeuser Grande Prairie Timberlands is looking to add an experienced Senior Silviculture Forester to our team in Grande Prairie, AB. At Weyerhaeuser, our focus is as much on building our people as building our business. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals can flourish, diversities encouraged and communities supported. WE ARE… a fast-moving, high-performing team looking for an innovative team member who can safely lead silvicultural projects. Work in close partnership with the Grande Prairie site leadership team and collaborate with regional and functional partners as needed to support silviculture strategy and execution that supports safety, environmental performance, financial results, and long‑term fibre supply.

Own assigned silviculture programs from planning through execution, with clear accountability for cost control, regulatory compliance, operational effectiveness, contractor performance, and long‑term forest productivity.

Data‑Driven Silviculture Leadership

Lead the continued evolution toward a disciplined, data‑driven silviculture system by ensuring high‑quality data management, interpreting performance trends, and using silviculture data to inform decisions, improve practices, and drive continuous improvement.

Contractor & Team Leadership

Lead contractors by setting expectations, managing performance, and ensuring safe, consistent execution in a contractor‑heavy operating environment. Serve as a trusted technical and operational resource for internal team members, providing guidance, coaching, and informal mentorship while partnering with leaders on team effectiveness.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with Indigenous communities, government agencies, researchers, and other stakeholders, representing Weyerhaeuser with credibility, professionalism, and sound professional judgement.

Leading silviculture programs, with demonstrated accountability across planning, execution, budget, regulatory compliance, and performance outcomes.

Proven experience leading contractors and/or employees, setting expectations, managing performance, and delivering results through others in a contractor‑heavy operating environment.

Strong understanding of silviculture data and information systems, including data quality management, performance interpretation, and practical application of data to guide decisions and improve outcomes.

Strong communication skills and the credibility to work effectively with site leaders, functional partners, peers, and external stakeholders

This role offers strong potential for future growth, including the opportunity to progress into a Silviculture Manager position within an approximately 1–2 year timeframe, subject to performance, business needs, and operational requirements. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay. Benefits : When you join our team as a nonunion employee, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement : Nonunion Canadian employees are automatically enrolled in our Defined Contribution Pension Plan, which includes a paid company match up to 6%, in addition to a company contribution equaling up to 7.25% of your base salary. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Retirement Savings Plan (Group RRSP).

Collaborative Environment : Work with a dedicated team of professionals involved in all aspects of forest management, including safety, forest stewardship, planning, logging supervision, contract negotiation, financial analysis, forest certification, GIS, wildfire preparedness, and wildlife management.

Community Engagement : Be part of a community-focused organization that values engagement and sustainability.

Grande Prairie offers a unique blend of professional opportunities and a high quality of life. Grande Prairie is recognized as Canada's Most Entrepreneurial Community, offering abundant job opportunities and a supportive environment for career growth.

Enjoy a lower cost of living compared to larger cities, with affordable housing options and a booming real estate market.

Excellent Healthcare : Access top-notch healthcare facilities equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and capable professionals.

Benefit from a range of educational institutions, from primary schools to post-secondary options, ensuring quality education for your family.

Outdoor Recreation : Embrace the great outdoors with activities like hiking, skiing, snowboarding, and fishing. Community and Cultur e: Enjoy a vibrant cultural scene with local theaters, art galleries, and community events. Family-Friendly : Grande Prairie is a safe and welcoming community with numerous family-friendly amenities, including playgrounds, sports facilities, and recreational centers.

Grande Prairie combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of urban living, making it an ideal place to grow both personally and professionally. We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose.