Forestry Supervisor (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  E & R Langille & Langille Brothers Contracting Ltd

  New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Forestry Supervisor Job Requirements:

Language: English

Experience: 5 years or more

Business Equipment and Computer Applications: Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Workers Supervised: Logging and forestry labourers; Logging machinery operators

Specific Skills:

  • Train or arrange for training;
  • Prepare and submit reports;
  • Oversee safety of operations;
  • Establish work schedules;
  • Ensure adherence to government regulations;
  • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule (and possibly review) activities of workers;
  • Hire and train or arrange for training of staff;
  • Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve work methods;
  • Determine logging operation methods, crew sizes and equipment requirements

Own Tools/Equipment: Steel-toed safety boots

Work Site Environment: Dangerous; Outdoors; Wet/damp; Noisy

Transportation/Travel Information: Vehicle supplied by employer; Willing to travel; Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Large workload

Ability to Supervise: 11-15 people

Work Location Information: Remote location

Personal Suitability: Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication

Position Type: Permanant, full-time.

Start Date: ASAP

Compensation

Salary: $45,000 to $60,000 annually for 40 to 60 hours per week