Forest Operations Supervisor (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Bedard Resources Inc. (http://www.bedardresrouces.com)

  North Central Alberta, Alberta, Canada

We are looking for a Forest Operations Professional for a North Central Alberta forest products facility.

Our clients are seeking forest management professionals to help them with log procurement and harvest supervision for their woodlands operations and forest products facility in North Central Alberta. The position is field & office based and is supported by a team of forest professionals and a progressive Woodlands Manager who is committed to operational excellence and supporting staff with career growth.

The ideal candidate has intermediate (3-5 years) forest operations supervisory experience, has a good knowledge of log flow and scheduling, outstanding communications skills and a good understanding of Alberta forestry legislation. The candidate will be a key part of a woodlands management team and will be supported by a variety of other experienced forestry staff but must have the ability to work independently on a regular basis.

Position Key Duties and Abilities:

  • Procurement from private landowner and oil & gas salvage sources;
  • Supervision of contract harvesting and hauling operations;
  • Directing and managing contractors across the land base in their operational duties;
  • Communication with appropriate government agencies with regard to operations on the land base;
  • Ensuring that corporate safety, EMS and forest certification objectives are carried out on the land base;
  • Ability to tackle multiple complex tasks and work with a minimum of supervision is required;
  • Strong leadership skills including communications and interpersonal skills are required;
  • Excellent work ethic and ability to work with and motivate others is key;
  • A commitment to crew and personal safety is mandatory.

Education and Qualifications Sought

  • Four year Bachelor of Forestry or Forest Engineering and/or a two year forest technical diploma and registration or eligibility with the ABCFP as an RPF or RFT;
  • Minimum of 3-5 years related forestry experience including harvest block and road engineering experience and/or forest operations supervision is required;
  • Experience managing multiple operational activities independently;
  • Experience in remote work situations in a variety of weather and climatic conditions is mandatory;
  • Experience with SFI and ISO 14001 certification programs is beneficial;
  • A commitment to the principles of good forest stewardship and sustainable forest management is mandatory.

Area Specifics: Position is located in the North Central region of Alberta with a leading forestry company based in Western Canada. The position leads to a career path which will be rich and rewarding to the right candidate. The area offers a unique variety of amenities which will appeal to individuals or families alike.

Position Specifics:

Salary: $75-85,000 annually plus excellent benefits programs including RRSP’s and profit sharing.

Status: Full Time & Permanent.

If interested, please send your resume by email using the "Apply Now" button below or call James Lucas directly at 604-761-0981 to learn more about the position.