Job Status: Filled

Forestry Supervisor - Planning (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Canfor (http://www.canfor.com/)

  Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada

This is a permanent position available immediately. The Forestry Supervisor is a member of the Forest Management Group (FMG) Planning group, responsible for planning activities to support North Region fiber acquisition.

MAJOR DUTIES:

As a member of the FMG Planning Team your responsibilities will include:

  • Conduct both field and office activities which relate to Planning, including block design and reconnaissance in a safe and productive manner.
  • Assist in the management of Canfor’s Sustainable Forest Management Plan and Forest Operations Schedule.
  • Ensure compliance with operational plans, company policy and legal requirements.
  • Work and form positive relationships with Internal Customers, Team members, External Customers, First Nations, Government Agencies, the Public and other Stakeholders.
  • Achieve key performance measures by applying the principles of performance management.
  • Preparing budgets and managing costs within your specific responsibilities.
  • Participating in Continuous Improvement initiatives and other team projects as requested. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will bring the following experience and expertise:

  • University Degree or Technical Diploma with a minimum of 5 years forestry experience.
  • Excellent leadership, communication & project management skills, with the ability to work within a team environment.
  • Excellent knowledge of applicable B.C. legislation and policies.
  • Proficient in using a computer & related software and forestry applications.
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license  *applicants are asked to submit a current driver’s abstract with their resume

 

Preference may be given to those with extensive experience across a spectrum of forestry work including cutting permit acquisition, harvesting and silviculture, in addition to a strong planning background.