Forestry Superintendent
(Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)
Full Time
The Pas, Manitoba, Canada
Do you enjoy a work environment that combines both field and office activities? Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for continuous growth and development? Can you see the big picture and work out the details to take a growing organization to the next level? If so, Tolko is looking for you to be our Forestry Superintendent!
When you join Tolko Industries, you are signing on with an industry leader in world markets that has built success through three generations with over 3000 employees and growing. We provide a dynamic environment with competitive compensation where people success is our most valuable resource. Our structure and culture encourage innovation, growth and change in an open environment, and we believe in and practice environmental sustainability.
Tolko is seeking a highly motivated individual to assume an exciting, multifaceted roles within our Prairie Woodlands group. Under the direction of the Woodlands Manager – Forestry, the Forestry Superintendent is responsible for the Company’s Annual Operating Plan, 20 year Forest Management Plan, mitigation of proposed harvest areas, forest renewal of harvested areas, maintenance and updating the Environmental Management System and the Sustainable Forest Management Plan, public communication on forest management activities, compliance with federal and provincial legislation and regulations. The Forestry Superintendent will work closely with government, First Nations and ENGO’s on development of management strategies and guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- University Degree or Technical Diploma in Forestry;
- 5-10 years related industry experience;
- Must possess a good understanding of operational forest management including planning of all silviculture activities, site preparation and scarification and silvicultural surveys
- Good understanding of use of technology such as GIS, GPS and tablets:
- Thorough understanding of forest policy, guidelines, and regulations;
- A proven commitment to safety;
- Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills;
- Strong communication and conflict resolution skills;
- Must be able to manage multiple projects and maintain current knowledge of government policies and regulations.
The Pas community is one of the oldest and most striking settlements in Northern Manitoba. Boasting one of the three true blue lakes in existence outdoor adventure abounds set to the raw natural beauty that attracts visitors from around the world.
The traditional meeting place between Native trappers and the French and English fur traders has grown beyond its longstanding resources of trapping and fishing to truly become the Gateway to the North – a bountiful, proud and progressive community now firmly based upon a solid and diversified industrial foundation of agriculture, forestry, transportation and tourism.
Go to www.townofthepas.com to find out more about the wonders of The Pas, where the Northern Lights shine year-round.
TOLKO OFFERS:
- A competitive wage and benefits program;
- A commitment to upholding the highest safety standards;
- A collaborative and respectful work environment;
- A chance to live where you work.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.