Job Status: Filled

Forestry Supervisor Operations (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Canfor (http://www.canfor.com/)

  Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada

This is a full time permanent position available immediately. This position is part of the FMG Operation located in Chetwynd, BC.  The Forestry Supervisor Operations reports directly to the Operations Superintendent. 

MAJOR DUTIES:

  • Managing all activities associated with harvesting, including: supervision of logging, road construction, maintenance and deactivation, completion of waste assessments, hazard abatement and productivity audits.
  • Planning and delivery of volume to the Canfor Sawmill and other customers.
  • Tracking, reporting and root cause analysis of safety, quality, cost, and delivery results.
  • Administrative and environmental management activities.
  • Preparing budgets and managing costs within your specific responsibilities.
  • Participating in Continuous Improvement initiatives and other team projects as requested.
  • Ensure activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable Occupational Health and Safety Requirements, forestry legislation, Canfor’s Environmental Policy, Forestry Principles, and Forestry Management System.
  • You will be required to work and form positive relationships with suppliers, First Nations, government agencies and other stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will bring the following experience and expertise: 

  • University Degree or Technical Diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, project management skills, and an ability to work within a team environment
  • Experience across a spectrum of forestry work including cruising, planning, harvesting and silviculture would be considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of applicable BC legislation and policies.
  • Proficient using a computer, familiar with current technology and forestry applications
  • Preference may be given to a candidate who is a Registered Professional Forester and/or a member of the A.B.C.F.P. eligible to write within 2 years.